The average train between Plymouth and Exeter takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Exeter. 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 5 times a day between Plymouth and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at South Station and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth to Exeter? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Exeter station via South Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Plymouth to Exeter train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Kingston station.
Plymouth to Exeter train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Exeter Station.
The distance between Plymouth and Exeter is 116.1 km. The road distance is 140 km.
You can take a train from Kingston to Exeter Station via South Station, Downtown Crossing, North Station, and Boston in around 3h 27m.