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Compare train, bus, and flight for Exeter to Newbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Newbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $460.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$76 Average price | $460 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Newbury:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Newbury costing on average $76 (€62).
A bus is $437 (€358) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Newbury costing on average $460 (€377).
Other travel options to Newbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
Flight takes on average 5h 55m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 2h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $76 (€62) compared to roughly $43 (€35) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Exeter to Newbury trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Newbury.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Exeter to Newbury.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Newbury.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Exeter to Newbury.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Newbury
Trains from Exeter to Newbury run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 12:44 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Newbury trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Newbury from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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South Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Newbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Newbury by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Newbury
Most Exeter to Newbury trains use the Exeter St Davids to Newbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Newbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Exeter station do trains to Newbury leave from?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Newbury station do trains from Exeter arrive at?
Getting to Newbury from Newbury city centre
Newbury train station facilities and services
Newbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Mio Fiore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Newbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newbury.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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