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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
57 m
Trains on 18 Sept
45
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 45 trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY), including 45 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W347744:371h01Exeter St Davids (EXD)5:38Plymouth station (PLY)£61One-way0 changes
G664727:430h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:40Plymouth station (PLY)£111One-way0 changes- G0113511:481h00Exeter St Davids (EXD)12:48Plymouth station (PLY)£111One-way0 changes
- G011319:471h00Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:47Plymouth station (PLY)£111One-way0 changes
- G0114012:490h58Exeter St Davids (EXD)13:47Plymouth station (PLY)£111One-way0 changes
- G149778:460h55Exeter St Davids (EXD)9:41Plymouth station (PLY)£151One-way0 changes
- G664727:430h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:40Plymouth station (PLY)£111One-way0 changes
- W3479012:060h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)13:03Plymouth station (PLY)£151One-way0 changes
- W2986814:500h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)15:47Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way0 changes
- G0115419:520h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)20:49Plymouth station (PLY)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 58 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY):
A coach is £0.06 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Plymouth station (PLY) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 19m.
The journey is about 1m faster (1h 1m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly £0.87 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £13). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01131 | On time 9:47 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34782 | On time 10:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 11:10 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15169 | On time 10:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h08 | 11:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01133 | On time 10:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h59 | 11:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14978 | On time 11:14 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 12:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01135 | On time 11:48 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 12:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34791 | On time 12:06 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h57 | 13:03 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140 | On time 12:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 13:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15171 | On time 12:55 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h07 | 14:02 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34797 | On time 13:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 14:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862 | On time 13:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 14:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14982 | On time 14:14 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h59 | 15:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 | On time 14:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h57 | 15:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34809 | On time 15:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 16:13 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29873 | On time 15:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h59 | 16:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34814 | On time 16:14 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 17:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15189 | On time 16:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h07 | 17:32 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01148 | On time 16:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 17:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34819 | On time 17:17 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 18:17 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29884 | On time 17:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 18:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34823 | On time 18:20 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 19:20 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | On time 18:49 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 19:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34827 | On time 19:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h03 | 20:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34830 | On time 19:20 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 20:20 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01154 | On time 19:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h57 | 20:49 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14985 | On time 20:08 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h17 | 21:25 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34836 | On time 20:14 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 21:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41684 | On time 20:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h02 | 21:43 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161_G66477 | 20:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h01 | 21:51 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14986 | On time 21:11 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h59 | 22:10 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34842 | On time 21:18 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 22:18 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15176 | On time 21:31 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h06 | 22:37 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29909 | On time 21:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h59 | 22:50 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14988 | On time 22:31 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h06 | 23:37 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01166 | On time 22:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h00 | 23:43 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34848 | On time 23:34 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h58 | 0:32 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| W34774 | 4:37 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h01 | 5:38 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15160 | 5:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h11 | 7:02 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15161 | 6:55 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h10 | 8:05 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15162 | 7:27 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h04 | 8:31 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66472 | 7:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h57 | 8:40 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41578 | 8:09 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h03 | 9:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14977 | 8:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h55 | 9:41 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15166 | 9:26 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1h08 | 10:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY)
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Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 40 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 52m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 40 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 6:42 |
Last train 22:34 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Plymouth station (PLY) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth station (PLY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Plymouth station (PLY)
Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains use the Exeter St Davids to Plymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Plymouth station (PLY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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