How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Exeter start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Plymouth to Exeter?

The average train trip from Plymouth to Exeter takes 1h 3m and covers 58 km. The quickest train gets 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 7:25am. The latest train departs at 11:55pm.

What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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 $9

Next train departures

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09pm	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 39m	8:48pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	9:27am	Plymouth	58m	10:25am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	8:56am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	2h 7m	11:03am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	9:27am	Plymouth	58m	10:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	8:56am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	2h 7m	11:03am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35am	Plymouth	1h 5m	9:40am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:54am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 19m	11:13am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:53am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 20m	1:13pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:53am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 20m	1:13pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35am	Plymouth	1h 5m	9:40am	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Plymouth	57m	9:24am	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:27am	Plymouth	58m	8:25am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:58am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 16m	9:14am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Exeter on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50pm	Plymouth	1h 1m	5:51pm	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	3:15pm	Plymouth	58m	4:13pm	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 21m	8:53am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:32am	St Budeaux Ferry Road	1h 21m	8:53am	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	7:50am	St Budeaux Victoria Road	1h 23m	9:13am	Exeter St David's	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:42 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go 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 $8, 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 Price$11 - $34	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $73	Average Duration1h 3m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $9	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 and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Exeter 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 Plymouth to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Exeter start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Plymouth to Exeter?
The average train trip from Plymouth to Exeter takes 1h 3m and covers 58 km. The quickest train gets 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 7:25am. The latest train departs at 11:55pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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

11-28

$22

11-29

$29

Today

$21

12-01

$21

12-02

$12

12-03

$12

12-04

$12

12-05

$21

The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Exeter was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $69 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 $12 which is on 2025-12-02.