The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Exmouth
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Exmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Exmouth will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Plymouth to Exmouth without transferring at least once.
L16754 · P3158310:05 AM1h45Plymouth station (PLY)11:50 AMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
V75322 · P315809:14 AM2h02Plymouth station (PLY)11:16 AMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
P29719 · P315748:27 AM1h51Plymouth station (PLY)10:18 AMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
V75321 · P3158911:03 AM1h48Plymouth station (PLY)12:51 PMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
C75338+
P3158610:27 AM1h53Plymouth station (PLY)12:20 PMExmouth station (EXM)$231One-way1 transfer
L16754 · P3158310:05 AM1h45Plymouth station (PLY)11:50 AMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
V75321 · P3158911:03 AM1h48Plymouth station (PLY)12:51 PMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
C75333+
P315809:27 AM1h49Plymouth station (PLY)11:16 AMExmouth station (EXM)$231One-way1 transfer
P29719 · P315748:27 AM1h51Plymouth station (PLY)10:18 AMExmouth station (EXM)$221One-way1 transfer
C75338+
P3158610:27 AM1h53Plymouth station (PLY)12:20 PMExmouth station (EXM)$231One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plymouth to Exmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Exmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Exmouth:
A train is $0.03 (€0.02) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plymouth to Exmouth costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Exmouth take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Plymouth to Exmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Exmouth trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P29719 · P31574 | 8:27 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h51 | 10:18 AM Exmouth station (EXM) | 1 transfer | |
V75322 · P31580 | 9:14 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 2h02 | 11:16 AM Exmouth station (EXM) | 1 transfer | |
C75333+ P31580 | 9:27 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h49 | 11:16 AM Exmouth station (EXM) | 1 transfer | |
L16754 · P31583 | 10:05 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h45 | 11:50 AM Exmouth station (EXM) | 1 transfer | |
C75338+ P31586 | 10:27 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h53 | 12:20 PM Exmouth station (EXM) | 1 transfer | |
V75321 · P31589 | 11:03 AM Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h48 | 12:51 PM Exmouth station (EXM) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Plymouth to Exmouth trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Exmouth.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to Exmouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Exmouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Exmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Exmouth
Trains from Plymouth to Exmouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Exmouth trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Exmouth from $8 (€7). 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 Plymouth to Exmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Exmouth 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 Exmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Plymouth to Exmouth
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 15:20 Saturday 06:45 - 15:20 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencers is adjacent to the station entrance.
- Car Park: Council Managed 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 - This station has step free access to the platform. Only one platform in use. 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park on estuary side of Station (Rear of the Station)
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