Day trip from Exeter to Plymouth
Plymouth lies 59 km (36 mi) south-west of Exeter, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 59 km (36 mi) apart, Plymouth is a realistic day trip from Exeter: about 57 min each way by road.
| Exeter | Plymouth | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 130,709 | 260,203 |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EX2 | PL2–PL4 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Plymouth
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Staying in Plymouth
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Common questions
How far is Plymouth from Exeter?
59 km (36 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Exeter; by road roughly 71 km (44 mi).
How long does it take to get from Exeter to Plymouth by road?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Exeter and Plymouth?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.