A pipe coupling tool used for inserting and removing a plastic pipe coupling from one end of a plastic pipe or from opposite ends of a plastic pipe. The tool includes a handle with fork arms. A pair of link arms are attached to the fork arms and to a plunger. The plunger is received inside a plunger cylinder. A cylinder block is mounted on the plunger cylinder. The block includes a first “U” shaped pipe arm and a base plate. The first “U” shaped pipe arm adapted for engaging a first clamp grip when compressing or releasing the pipe coupling in the plastic pipe. A second “U” shaped pipe arm is attached to the plunger and adapted for engaging a second clamp grip when compressing or releasing the pipe coupling in the plastic pipe.