Car Hire in Plympton Center

Plympton is an eastern suburb of Plymouth with one rental company in the city center, located 8 km from Plymouth's city core. The geographic location provides quick access to A38 toward Exeter and Dartmoor via A38/B3416. Perfect for those staying in eastern Plymouth or the Ivybridge area.

Plympton city center is located at Ridgeway, Plympton's main street, 2 km from the A38 Expressway. Saltram House, a National Trust stately home from the 1700s, is 3 km to the west. Dartmoor's southeastern entrance at Shaugh Prior is reached in about 20 minutes' drive.

A38 east from Plympton leads to Ivybridge in 10 km and further to Exeter in 60 km – a quick and efficient motorway route. Visit Saltram House and its grounds free for NTS members – a perfect stop along the way. Drive B3416 north toward Dartmoor for dramatic moorland scenery without needing to drive through Plymouth's city center.

How far is it from Plympton to Dartmoor National Park? Dartmoor's southern boundary at Shaugh Prior is about 10 km to the north via B3416, roughly 20 minutes' drive. Is Plympton a good alternative to renting a car in Plymouth city center?

Yes, if you're staying in eastern Plymouth or heading toward Exeter and Dartmoor, Plympton is more convenient and you avoid driving through the city center. Is there public transportation to Plympton city center if I return the car? Yes, Plymouth Citybus lines 21 and 22 serve Plympton Ridgeway with departures to Plymouth city center every 10–15 minutes.

We compare prices from all major providers at Plympton Center so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.