The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Exeter
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Exeter will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newport for Exeter on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newport to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newport to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€67 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newport to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Exeter trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:10 AM Newport | 2h13 | 12:23 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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first_great_western operates all train services from Newport to Exeter. Omio is the only official third party seller for first_great_western tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Exeter
Trains from Newport to Exeter run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) but you can travel from only $16 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€56) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 22:48 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Newport to Exeter trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Newport and Exeter from $16 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newport to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newport to Exeter
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
- 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
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