How to get from Plymouth to Exeter by bus and train?

From Plymouth to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Plymouth to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 50 bus from Pilgrim Primary station to Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Plymouth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5050
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Pilgrim Primary

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pilgrim Primary
    ID plydpwj
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Derriford Hospital
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station
    ID plydtdt
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plymouth
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    58 min
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    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exmouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    680 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Plymouth to Exeter by bus and train via 12, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Plymouth to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from Pilgrim Primary station to Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Plymouth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Pilgrim Primary

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pilgrim Primary
    ID plydpwj
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Callington
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station
    ID plydtdt
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plymouth
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    58 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exmouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    680 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Plymouth to Exeter

The distance between Plymouth, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 85.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Plymouth to Exeter by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Plymouth to Exeter

To check the bus and train schedule from Plymouth to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Plymouth) and destination (Exeter), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Plymouth to Exeter by bus and train via 12, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Plymouth to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from Pilgrim Primary station to Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Plymouth may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Pilgrim Primary

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pilgrim Primary
    ID plydpwj
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Callington
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station
    ID plydtdt
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plymouth
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    58 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exmouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    680 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Exeter?

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 50, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Plymouth to Exeter?

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Exeter in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Plymouth to Exeter in South West?

    The 50 bus line goes from Pilgrim Primary station near Plymouth to Derriford Hospital station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Derriford Hospital station near Exeter in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Plymouth to Exeter in South West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Plymouth and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 1 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Plymouth to get to Exeter in South West?

    Get on the 50 bus from the Pilgrim Primary stop near Plymouth in South West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Plymouth and Exeter in South West?

    Get off the bus at the Derriford Hospital station, which is closest to Exeter in South West.

  • When is the first train from Plymouth to Exeter in South West?

    The first train from Plymouth to Exeter in South West is Great Western Railway. It leaves the Plymouth station at 04:54.

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