How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Plymouth?

The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Plymouth start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Exeter to Plymouth?

The average train ride duration from Exeter to Plymouth is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 36 miles (58 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators service the Exeter to Plymouth route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Exeter to Plymouth?

The earliest train departs from Exeter to Plymouth at 7:23am. And the latest train departs at 11:34pm.

What is the best train operator from Exeter to Plymouth?

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 Exeter to Plymouth?

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Exeter to Plymouth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Exeter to Plymouth?

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 Exeter to Plymouth from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on December 12
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 December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:14pm	Exeter St David's	1h 20m	2:34pm	St Budeaux Victoria Road	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 December 14
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 December 15
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 December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:14pm	Exeter St David's	2h 1m	6:15pm	St Budeaux Ferry Road	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 December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:14pm	Exeter St David's	2h 1m	6:15pm	St Budeaux Ferry Road	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 December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	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	9:26am	Exeter St David's	1h 22m	10:48am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Plymouth on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:46am	Exeter St David's	1h 51m	10:37am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	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	9:26am	Exeter St David's	1h 22m	10:48am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:22 AM 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $38	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $51	Average Duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h	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

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Exeter to Plymouth by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Plymouth start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Plymouth?
The average train ride duration from Exeter to Plymouth is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 36 miles (58 km). The quickest train can get you there in 55m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the Exeter to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 26 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Exeter to Plymouth?
The earliest train departs from Exeter to Plymouth at 7:23am. And the latest train departs at 11:34pm.
What is the best train operator from Exeter to Plymouth?
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 Exeter to Plymouth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Exeter to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Exeter to Plymouth?
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

12/10

$21

12/11

$9

Today

$13

12/13

$9

12/14

$11

12/15

$11

12/16

$9

12/17

$9

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Plymouth was searched and found on Dec 11, 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 $49 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 2025-12-13.

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.