Exeter to Plymouth train with Great Western Rail

Fri, Nov 07
+ Add return
Great Western Rail
CrossCountry
Cross Country
first_great_western
Regionale
1,000+ travel companies
Great Western Rail
CrossCountry
Cross Country
first_great_western
Regionale
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h 1 m

Trains per day

18

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

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 $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast trains

Of the 18 trains that leave Exeter for Plymouth on Fri, Nov 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 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, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.

CrossCountryC23731
09:47AM1h00
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
10:47AMPlymouth station (PLY)
$171One-way
0 transfers
Great Western RailP08845 · P08886
10:14AM1h20
Exeter Central (EXC)
11:34AMPlymouth station (PLY)
$211One-way
1 transfer
Great Western RailP08844 · P08883
09:14AM1h20
Exeter Central (EXC)
10:34AMPlymouth station (PLY)
$211One-way
1 transfer
Great Western RailP08999 · P08883
09:05AM1h29
Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
10:34AMPlymouth station (PLY)
$211One-way
1 transfer
Great Western RailP08883
09:26AM1h08
Exeter St Davids (EXD)
10:34AMPlymouth station (PLY)
$211One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Exeter to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €4.

Distance: 36 miles (59 km)

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Bus

€11

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

1h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 2m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

1h 11m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Exeter to Plymouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:58 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_westernP08878
On time
8:09 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h03
9:12 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP08997 · P08309
On time
8:09 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1h32
9:41 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP09327 · P08309
On time
8:34 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
1h07
9:41 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP08309
On time
8:46 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h55
9:41 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP08999 · P08883
On time
9:05 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1h29
10:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP08844 · P08883
On time
9:14 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
1h20
10:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP08883
On time
9:26 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h08
10:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP09329+cross_countryC23731
On time
9:34 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
1h13
10:47 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP09754 · P08311
On time
9:36 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1h34
11:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
cross_countryC23731
On time
9:47 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h00
10:47 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP09756 · P08311
On time
9:52 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
1h18
11:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP09001 · P08886
On time
10:06 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1h28
11:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP08311
On time
10:12 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0h58
11:10 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP08845 · P08886
On time
10:14 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
1h20
11:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP08886
On time
10:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD)
1h07
11:34 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
0 transfersDirect
great_westernP09003 · P08313
On time
10:39 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1h35
12:14 PM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
south_west_trainsL47433+cross_countryC23735
On time
10:40 AM Exeter Central (EXC)
1h08
11:48 AM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer
great_westernP09762+cross_countryC03775
On time
11:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1h16
12:49 PM Plymouth station (PLY)
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Exeter to Plymouth by bus or train

Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
Nov 07
Sat
Nov 08
Sun
Nov 09
Mon
Nov 10
Tue
Nov 11
Wed
Nov 12
Thu
Nov 13

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Exeter to Plymouth?

The best time to book your train from Exeter to Plymouth is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Exeter to Plymouth route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Exeter to Plymouth per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Exeter to Plymouth.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to Plymouth

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
36 miles (59 km)
Average train duration
1h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
$6 (€4)
Trains per day
18
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
52m
First train
00:07
Last train
23:56

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Exeter to Plymouth start from as low as $6 (€4) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $14 (€11) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Plymouth trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Plymouth from $6 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€4)
Great Western Rail frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
$61 (€50)
Cross Country frequency
15 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
first_great_western frequency
17 a day

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.

FAQs
To explore Plymouth's historic sites, maritime heritage, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Exeter to Plymouth. The journey takes 52m and covers 36 miles (59 km). There are 18 trains per day.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter to Plymouth.
Yes, the Exeter to Plymouth train journey is considered scenic, offering views of the Devon countryside, the coastline along the Dawlish stretch, and passing through charming villages.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Plymouth.
Train ticket prices from Exeter to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $6 (€4), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
Yes, there is a direct train from Exeter to Plymouth. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Plymouth is by train, with a cost of around $6 (€4).
The distance by train from Exeter to Plymouth is 36 miles (59 km).
The train from Exeter to Plymouth takes 52m and runs 18 per day.
The first train from Exeter to Plymouth leaves at 12:07 AM.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Plymouth is Exeter St Davids (EXD), which connects to Plymouth station (PLY).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter to Plymouth.
The last train from Exeter to Plymouth leaves at 11:56 PM.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Exeter to Plymouth

Exeter
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Digby & Sowton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Digby & Sowton for your trip from Exeter to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 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: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Digby & Sowton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
  • 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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to both platforms. Interchange via level crossing outside station.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Pinhoe
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pinn Lane, outside station entrance
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Public transit options for Polsloe Bridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from Widgery Road bus stops on Pinhoe Road. Taxis depart from the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Newcourt
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops by the Community Centre

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone