The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Newton Abbot
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Newton Abbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Newton Abbot will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Exeter for Newton Abbot on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:37 AM0h35Exeter9:12 AMNewton Abbot$131One-way0 transfers
8:37 AM0h35Exeter9:12 AMNewton Abbot$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Exeter to Newton Abbot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Newton Abbot:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Newton Abbot costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Newton Abbot take longer:
Bus takes on average 34m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (24m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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 Cross Country, 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.
Live departures
Exeter to Newton Abbot train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Newton Abbot trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:37 AM Exeter | 0h35 | 9:12 AM Newton Abbot | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Exeter to Newton Abbot 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Newton Abbot.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Exeter to Newton Abbot.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter to Newton Abbot.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Exeter to Newton Abbot.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Newton Abbot
Trains from Exeter to Newton Abbot run on average 20 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Newton Abbot trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Newton Abbot from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Newton Abbot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exeter to Newton Abbot
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 17:50 Sunday 08:45 - 18:10
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 lifts and an overbridge from platform 3. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Station phone boxes are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1/2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: In ladies wc
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 adjacent ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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