The average train between Exeter and Plymouth takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Exeter to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Exeter and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 12:32 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter station and arriving at Plymouth station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.
Exeter to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Exeter to Plymouth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Exeter and Plymouth is 58.5 km. The road distance is 83 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 59 min. Cross Country also services this route hourly.