How to travel from Plymouth to Exeter

There are 2 options to travel between Plymouth and Exeter including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Plymouth to Exeter is a bus with an average price of $8 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Exeter:

A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plymouth to Exeter costing on average $12 (€10).

The fastest way to travel from Plymouth to Exeter is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Exeter take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 25m.

The distance from Plymouth to Exeter is approximately 36 miles (59 km).

The average frequency per day from Plymouth to Exeter is:

• Around 32 buses per day.
• Around 20 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Plymouth and Exeter as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Plymouth to Exeter:

• Trains mostly depart from Plymouth station (PLY) and arrive in Exeter St Davids (EXD).
• Buses mostly depart from Plymouth, Coach Station and arrive in Exeter, Honiton Road.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Plymouth to Exeter, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Exeter by train.
• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Stagecoach South West to go to Exeter by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Plymouth to Exeter with the following travel companies:

• 7 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
• 31 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from Plymouth to Exeter often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Manchester, Bristol Airport, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Exeter and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Exeter to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Exeter allows visitors to explore the city's historic sites, such as Exeter Cathedral, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, and the Quayside, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.