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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Showing times and prices for 21 Jun
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
57 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) 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 Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
To travel from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) you need to make at least one change.
Y41866 · C0016711:451h26Exeter St Thomas (EXT)13:11Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change- C47978 · C330518:231h27Exeter St Thomas (EXT)9:50Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
- Y41857 · C0122210:041h23Exeter St Thomas (EXT)11:27Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
G01136+C4800211:331h18Exeter St Thomas (EXT)12:51Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change- G01142+Y4187212:451h09Exeter St Thomas (EXT)13:54Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
- G01142+Y4187212:451h09Exeter St Thomas (EXT)13:54Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
- G66476+C4799710:351h16Exeter St Thomas (EXT)11:51Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
- G01136+C4800211:331h18Exeter St Thomas (EXT)12:51Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
- Y41857 · C0122210:041h23Exeter St Thomas (EXT)11:27Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
- Y41866 · C0016711:451h26Exeter St Thomas (EXT)13:11Plymouth station (PLY)£161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 57 km
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£13 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) trains for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C47989 · C04999 | On time 8:11 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h23 | 9:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C42473 · C42205 | On time 9:06 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h09 | 10:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| G01132+C47996 | Delayed 9:09 9:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h15 | 10:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C42475 · C42425 | On time 10:06 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h28 | 11:34 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80242 · C42211 | On time 10:43 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h35 | 12:18 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| G01137+C42477 | Delayed 10:49 11:31Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h16 | 12:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C48005 · C42213 | On time 11:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h41 | 13:14 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80255 · C42217 | On time 12:43 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h29 | 14:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| G01146+C42479 | Delayed 12:49 13:31Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h16 | 14:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C48016 · C42238 | On time 13:39 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h21 | 15:00 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| W29867+C48022 | Delayed 14:09 14:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h15 | 15:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80267 · C42223 | On time 14:42 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h33 | 16:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| W29872+Y80273 | Delayed 14:49 15:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h16 | 16:48 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C42683 · C42431 | On time 16:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h27 | 17:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| W29878+Y80278 | Delayed 15:49 16:34Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h13 | 17:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80280 · C42432 | On time 17:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h31 | 18:39 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80283 · C42231 | On time 17:43 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h39 | 19:22 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80288+G01151 | On time 18:34 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h13 | 19:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C48040 · C42235 | On time 18:38 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h38 | 20:16 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C48045 · C42237 | On time 19:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h39 | 21:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y80293+G01156 | On time 19:39 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h08 | 20:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C42481+G01162 | On time 20:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h14 | 21:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C48050 · W34843 | On time 21:03 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h35 | 22:38 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| C48053 · W34846 | On time 22:13 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h25 | 23:38 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
| Y41766+G01167 | On time 22:30 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1h17 | 23:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:09, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 8m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 8:09 |
Last train 18:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter St Thomas (EXT) and Plymouth station (PLY) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£13
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Price
£12
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£50
Cross Country frequency
8 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£41
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 1h 8m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) is 57 km.
The first train from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) leaves at 8:09.
The last train from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) departs at 18:40.
Trains from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY).
Yes, there is a direct train between Exeter St Thomas (EXT) and Plymouth station (PLY). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY).
The cheapest way to get from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Exeter St Thomas to Plymouth is considered scenic, featuring picturesque views of the Devon countryside, the stunning coastline along the Dawlish sea wall, and the rolling hills of South Devon.
Yes, a day trip from Exeter St Thomas to Plymouth is feasible. The train journey takes 1h 8m each way, the distance is 57 km, and the service runs 10 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter St Thomas (EXT) to Plymouth station (PLY).
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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Thomas (EXT) and Plymouth station (PLY)
Exeter
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter St Thomas. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Thomas for your trip from Exeter to Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your journey to Plymouth from Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Most popular trains to and from Plymouth station (PLY) and Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
Most popular train connections to Plymouth station (PLY)
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