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Trip Overview

The average train between Plymouth and Exeter services takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Plymouth to Exeter services. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 40m
Duration
56 mi
Distance
£29
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plymouth to Exeter services train times

Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Exeter services. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Exeter services at 5:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 33m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 25m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 28m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 31m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 32m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 28m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 25m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 28m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 25m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 28m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 25m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 28m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)1h 36m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Exeter services? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Plymouth to Exeter services.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 56.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Exeter services, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 1h. Cross Country also services this route hourly.

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