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

The average train ticket price from Plymouth to Exeter is $21. The best way to find train tickets from Plymouth to Exeter 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 Plymouth to Exeter?

A train trip between Plymouth and Exeter is around 1h 5m, 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 Plymouth and Exeter?

The number of trains from Plymouth to Exeter 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 Plymouth to Exeter by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Plymouth to Exeter?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Exeter?

Once in Exeter, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Haldon Forest, Exeter City FC, Self-Guided Heritage Trails, Costum House at the Quay, Exeter Northcott Theatre.

Train Plymouth to Exeter from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50pm	Plymouth	1h	5:50pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50pm	Plymouth	1h	5:50pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35am	Plymouth	1h 5m	9:40am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Plymouth	58m	4:25pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	7:25am	Plymouth	58m	8:23am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 21m	8:53am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:25am	Plymouth	58m	8:23am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 21m	8:53am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:02pm	Plymouth	55m	3:57pm	Exeter St David's	CheapestFastest
Train	8:56am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	2h 7m	11:03am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	9:27am	Plymouth	58m	10:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:56am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	2h 7m	11:03am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	9:27am	Plymouth	58m	10:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:27pm	Plymouth	58m	4:25pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35am	Plymouth	1h 5m	9:40am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35am	Plymouth	1h 5m	9:40am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	8:52am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:47 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Plymouth to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. 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$8 - $22	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $51	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $7	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 Plymouth to Exeter by train

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Which train companies travel from Plymouth to Exeter?
What are the best sights and things to do in Exeter?

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

$8

11/18

$9

Today

$9

11/20

$9

11/21

$15

11/22

$15

11/23

$9

11/24

$13

The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Exeter was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $48 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-23.

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.