The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Plymouth will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 18 trains that leave Exeter for Plymouth on Fri, May 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C748967:43 AM0h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:40 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$161One-way0 transfers
P33333 · P313058:50 AM1h44St James' Park (SJP)10:34 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$221One-way1 transfer
P31590 · P313059:05 AM1h29Exeter St Thomas (EXT)10:34 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$221One-way1 transfer
P313059:26 AM1h08Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:34 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$221One-way0 transfers
P33336 · P226619:36 AM1h34Exeter St Thomas (EXT)11:10 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$231One-way1 transfer
P226608:46 AM0h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)9:41 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$231One-way0 transfers
C748967:43 AM0h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:40 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$161One-way0 transfers
P229658:09 AM1h03Exeter St Davids (EXD)9:12 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$341One-way0 transfers
P229647:27 AM1h04Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:31 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$341One-way0 transfers
P313059:26 AM1h08Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:34 AMPlymouth station (PLY)$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Exeter to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Plymouth:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Plymouth costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 12m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 2m by train vs 1h 3m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $17 (€14)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Cross Country, first_great_western.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Exeter to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Plymouth trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P22660 | On time 8:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h55 | 9:41 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P31590 · P31305 | On time 9:05 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h29 | 10:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P31305 | On time 9:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h08 | 10:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P33336 · P22661 | On time 9:36 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h34 | 11:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
C75054 | On time 9:47 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 10:47 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P31597 · P22968 | On time 10:06 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h29 | 11:35 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P22661 | On time 10:12 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 11:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22968 | On time 10:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h08 | 11:35 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P31601 · P22662 | On time 10:39 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h35 | 12:14 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P33351+ C75459 | On time 11:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h15 | 12:48 PM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P33312 · P22963 | 6:31 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h34 | 8:05 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P33317 · P22963 | 6:40 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 1h25 | 8:05 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P22963 | 6:55 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h10 | 8:05 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P31578 · P22964 | 7:07 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h24 | 8:31 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P33321+ C74896 | 7:20 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 1h20 | 8:40 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P22964 | 7:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h04 | 8:31 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P31581 · P22965 | 7:35 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h37 | 9:12 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
C74896 | 7:43 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h57 | 8:40 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P33324 · P22965 | 7:50 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 1h22 | 9:12 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P31584 · P22660 | 8:09 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h32 | 9:41 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 transfer | |
P22965 | 8:09 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h03 | 9:12 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Plymouth
Trains from Exeter to Plymouth run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Plymouth from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Plymouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Plymouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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