How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Exeter start from R 113. The average price for this train route is around R 362. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Exeter?

The average train journey time from Plymouth to Exeter is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 58 km. The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Exeter route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 25 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Exeter?

The earliest train from Plymouth to Exeter departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

Which is the best train operator from Plymouth to Exeter?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Exeter?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Plymouth to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Plymouth to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Plymouth to Exeter from R 101

Next train departures

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:27	Plymouth	58m	16:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Plymouth	57m	09:24	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:27	Plymouth	57m	09:24	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:27	Plymouth	58m	16:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	07:25	Plymouth	58m	08:23	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 21m	08:53	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:25	Plymouth	58m	08:23	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 21m	08:53	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:27	Plymouth	58m	16:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Plymouth	57m	16:12	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	08:54	St Budeaux Ferry Road	2h 9m	11:03	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	09:27	Plymouth	58m	10:25	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:54	St Budeaux Ferry Road	2h 9m	11:03	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:27	Plymouth	58m	16:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Plymouth	57m	16:12	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:27	Plymouth	58m	08:25	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:54	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 19m	11:13	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Plymouth	57m	16:12	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:27	Plymouth	58m	08:25	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:54	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 19m	11:13	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Plymouth	57m	16:12	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:27	Plymouth	58m	08:25	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:27	Plymouth	58m	18:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Plymouth	57m	16:12	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:27	Plymouth	58m	08:25	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Plymouth to Exeter on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:27	Plymouth	58m	16:25	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Plymouth	57m	16:12	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 20m	08:52	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:27	Plymouth	58m	08:25	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	08:32	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 23m	09:55	Exeter St David's	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Exeter

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

58 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 122 - R 644	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 113 - R 879	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 107 - R 136	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

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Exeter by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Exeter start from R 113. The average price for this train route is around R 362. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Plymouth to Exeter is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 58 km. The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Exeter route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 25 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Exeter?
The earliest train from Plymouth to Exeter departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:55.
Which is the best train operator from Plymouth to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Plymouth to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Plymouth to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 141

11/12

R 142

Today

R 258

13/12

R 251

14/12

R 251

15/12

R 187

16/12

R 142

17/12

R 142

The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Exeter was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 141

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 R 141 to R 838 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 R 142, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.