How much does a train ticket from Exeter to Plymouth cost?

The average train ticket price from Exeter to Plymouth is $21. The best way to find train tickets from Exeter to Plymouth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Exeter to Plymouth?

A train trip between Exeter and Plymouth is around 1h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Exeter and Plymouth?

The number of trains from Exeter to Plymouth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Exeter to Plymouth by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Exeter to Plymouth?

When taking the train from Exeter to Plymouth, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

Train Exeter to Plymouth from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:14pm	Exeter St David's	1h 25m	9:39pm	St Budeaux Victoria Road	Cheapest
	Train	8:14pm	Exeter St David's	1h 25m	9:39pm	St Budeaux Victoria Road	Fastest

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:14pm	Exeter St David's	58m	5:12pm	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	55m	9:41am	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	55m	9:41am	Plymouth	CheapestFastest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:49am	Exeter St David's	58m	10:47am	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	7:42am	Exeter St David's	58m	8:40am	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	8:34am	Exeter St David's	2h	10:34am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:42am	Exeter St David's	58m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	8:34am	Exeter St David's	2h	10:34am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:42am	Exeter St David's	58m	10:40am	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	3:50pm	Exeter St David's	57m	4:47pm	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	9:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 21m	10:41am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	No tags
Train	9:42am	Exeter St David's	58m	10:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	9:20am	Exeter St David's	1h 21m	10:41am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	55m	9:41am	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:14pm	Exeter St David's	58m	5:12pm	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	55m	9:41am	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:14pm	Exeter St David's	58m	5:12pm	Plymouth	Cheapest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	55m	9:41am	Plymouth	Fastest
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags
Train	7:43am	Exeter St David's	57m	8:40am	Plymouth	No tags
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:03 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Exeter to Plymouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $37	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $51	Average Duration1h 7m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $8	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Exeter to Plymouth by train

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Which train companies travel from Exeter to Plymouth?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/17

$21

11/18

$15

Today

$20

11/20

$9

11/21

$9

11/22

$13

11/23

$13

11/24

$13

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Plymouth was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Plymouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $48 for a train ticket from Exeter to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.