Trains To Plymouth

Save money when you travel to Plymouth by train

Railcards offer value for money if you travel by train, saving you at least 1/3 on
most rail fares. With a bit of planning, buying tickets in advance can save you
a pretty pound, and if the travel bug has you travelling a lot then a Railcard
might be worth your while!

The Railcards available include:

Children

• Under 5 - Travel free, accompanied by a fare-paying passenger.

• 5-15 - Are eligible for a 50% discount on most tickets, though proof of age will
  need to be carried where appropriate.

• 16-17 Saver - Like a Railcard but with bigger discounts for anyone aged 16 or 17.

Adults

• 16-25 Railcard*

• 26-30 Railcard*

• Disabled Persons Railcard*

• Family & Friends Railcard

• Senior Railcard*

• Two Together Railcard

• Veterans Railcard*

Visit the Railcard Website and buy a Railcard and start saving straight away.

You may also want to check out our Regional Railcards to see if there are discounts for travelling to and from where you are.

*Time restrictions may apply, check Railcard conditions for details

What to do in Plymouth 

The departure point of the Pilgrim Fathers voyaging to The New World in 1620, this marine town of Plymouth also played a big role through the Industrial Revolution as a commercial port, ferrying goods and passengers to and from the Americas.

Delve into Plymouth’s history and importance in supporting the Royal Navy since the 1300s surviving major conflicts and the I and II World Wars through a series of collections and interactive displays that give you a glimpse into the town, its people and their relationship with the neighbouring cities.

Enjoy stunning views at Plymouth Hoe where you can also find a series of memorials honouring those who fell in the wars. It is also home to Smeaton’s Tower, one of the city’s well-known landmarks and offering an even better view higher up. There is also a good range of places to eat nearby so you can always stop for a bite or a beverage during your leisurely stroll.

For those old enough to steer a ship, the Plymouth Gin Distillery is the oldest distillery still working in England and have been making their world-renowned gin to the original recipe since 1793.