Plymouth to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western RailwayC01236
    9:140h58
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    10:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC01237
    10:050h56
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    11:01Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC01237 · C48002
    10:051h27
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    11:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryW29782
    10:270h58
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    11:25Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC48451
    9:431h05
    Plymouth station (PLY)
    10:48Exeter St Davids (EXD)
    £161One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Exeter

The cheapest option from Plymouth to Exeter is train, with an average price of £6. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Exeter among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Distance: 59 km

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£9

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£6

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1h 30m

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1h 0m

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1h 55m

Average total duration

1h 25m

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Live departures

Plymouth to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Exeter trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG01059+Great Western RailwayC47977
On time
5:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h10
6:37 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34554 · Y41862
On time
5:56 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h37
7:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34554
On time
5:56 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
6:54 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01061+Great Western RailwayC47987
On time
6:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h06
7:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01061
On time
6:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
7:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW350956:41 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h14
7:55 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34556 · Y41865
On time
6:54 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h13
8:07 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34556
On time
6:54 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h56
7:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01065+Great Western RailwayY41868
On time
7:25 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h11
8:36 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01065
On time
7:25 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
8:23 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42450
On time
7:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h05
8:53 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42450 · C42473
On time
7:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h17
9:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW345588:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h59
9:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34558 · C479968:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h18
9:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
CrossCountryG01068
On time
8:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
9:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42451 · C42475
On time
8:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h17
10:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42451
On time
8:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h08
9:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34563 · C48001
On time
9:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h19
10:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34563
On time
9:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h59
10:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34563 · Y80242
On time
9:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h28
10:42 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01070
On time
9:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
10:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01070+Great Western RailwayC48001
On time
9:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h06
10:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01070+Great Western RailwayY80242
On time
9:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h15
10:42 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34567 · C42477
On time
10:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h16
11:30 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34567
On time
10:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h59
11:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34573 · C48011
On time
11:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h18
12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34575 · C42479
On time
12:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h16
13:30 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34575
On time
12:14 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h59
13:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01079+Great Western RailwayC4801612:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h11
13:38 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
CrossCountryG0107912:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
13:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4245412:44 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h03
13:47 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42163
On time
12:55 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h55
13:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42167 · C48022
On time
13:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h16
14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42167
On time
13:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
14:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01081
On time
13:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h59
14:26 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01081+Great Western RailwayY80267
On time
13:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h15
14:42 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34584 · C48026
On time
14:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h16
15:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34584
On time
14:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
15:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01084
On time
14:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
15:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42455 · C4268314:49 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h18
16:07 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayC4245514:49 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h07
15:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4216915:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
16:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42169 · C4803115:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h17
16:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
CrossCountryG00725
On time
15:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
16:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42456 · C4803415:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h17
17:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayC4245615:48 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h08
16:56 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34594 · C4268516:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h24
17:39 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3459416:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h00
17:15 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00729+Great Western RailwayC42685
On time
16:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h12
17:39 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
CrossCountryG00729
On time
16:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
17:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42171 · C4803816:50 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h13
18:03 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayC4217116:50 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h01
17:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00736+Great Western RailwayC48040
On time
17:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h10
18:37 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
CrossCountryG00736
On time
17:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
0h58
18:25 Exeter St Davids (EXD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34599 · C4804518:15 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h17
19:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
CrossCountryG00929+Great Western RailwayY80293
On time
18:27 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h11
19:38 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42253 · C4248119:18 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h14
20:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34529 · C4805019:45 Plymouth station (PLY)
1h17
21:02 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Plymouth to Exeter?

The best time to book your train from Plymouth to Exeter is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Plymouth to Exeter route.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Exeter

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Typically, there are 20 trains per day from Plymouth to Exeter, including 7 direct trains, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 55m.

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
Distance
59 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Lowest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
55m
First train
0:07
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
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

Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Exeter from £3. 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
58m
Cheapest Price
£3
Great Western Railway frequency
13 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
55m
Cheapest Price
£4
CrossCountry frequency
7 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
55m
Cheapest Price
£45
Cross Country frequency
8 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Plymouth to Exeter is 59 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Exeter leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Plymouth to Exeter departs at 23:56.
Trains from Plymouth to Exeter run approximately 20 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Exeter.
Yes, there is a direct train between Plymouth and Exeter. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Plymouth to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Exeter.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Exeter is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Booking trains from Plymouth to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to Exeter is indeed scenic, offering views of the stunning Devon countryside, the rolling hills of Dartmoor, and the picturesque coastline along the English Channel, particularly as the train travels through the Dawlish area.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Exeter.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Exeter

Most Plymouth to Exeter trains use the Plymouth to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Exeter

Which Plymouth station do trains to Exeter leave from?

Trains from Plymouth to Exeter leave from Plymouth. The station is 1 km from Plymouth city centre at Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre

Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min

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.

DevonportDevonport station, Portland Road, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 4QNParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre

Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainExeter St Davids - Penzance, Plymouth - Penzance, Plymouth - Gunnislake, Plymouth - Liskeard · 3m · £0.89 · every ~2 min
BusDc7 · 8m · £2
Dc7 · 9m · £2
21, 34, 21A · 13m · £4 · every ~23 min

Devonport train station facilities and services

Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Devonport.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Devonport: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

KeyhamKeyham station, Admiralty Street, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2BPParkingTaxisLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Keyham from Plymouth city centre

Keyham is 3 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainExeter St Davids - Penzance, Plymouth - Penzance, Plymouth - Gunnislake, Plymouth - Liskeard · 6m · £0.89 · every ~1 min
Bus14 · 17m · £4 · every ~3 min
43, 50, 43A · 18m · £2 · every ~22 min

Keyham train station facilities and services

Keyham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Keyham: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Keyham: Bike Parking.

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