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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Exeter
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
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 $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Newport for Exeter on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.
08:13AM2h19
Newport10:32AMExeter
$851One-way
0 transfers
04:25AM3h43
Newport08:08AMExeter
$851One-way
0 transfers
08:13AM2h19
Newport10:32AMExeter
$851One-way
0 transfers
04:25AM3h43
Newport08:08AMExeter
$851One-way
0 transfers
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 today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:41 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:13 AM Newport | 2h12 | 11:25 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 4:25 AM Newport | 3h43 | 8:08 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Newport to Exeter
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€12)
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€56) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 22:48 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Newport to Exeter start from as low as $68 (€56) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $82 (€67) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€12)
Train companies: first_great_western from Newport to Exeter trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Newport and Exeter from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
$94 (€77)
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
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.
The distance by train from Newport to Exeter is 64 miles (103 km).
The journey from Newport to Exeter takes 1h 54m, covering a distance of 64 miles (103 km). With a frequency of 13 trains per day, a day trip is feasible.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Exeter allows visitors to explore the city's historic sites, such as Exeter Cathedral, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, and the Quayside, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
The first train from Newport to Exeter leaves at 5:27 AM.
The train journey from Newport to Exeter offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of South Wales and the rolling hills of Devon, with glimpses of the River Usk and the coastline along the way.
The last train from Newport to Exeter leaves at 10:48 PM.
Train ticket prices from Newport to Exeter can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $68 (€56), while the average price is around $82 (€67).
There is no high speed train available from Newport to Exeter.
The cheapest way to get from Newport to Exeter is by bus, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
Yes, you can take the train from Newport to Exeter.
The train from Newport to Exeter takes 1h 54m and runs 13 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train from Newport to Exeter. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The train station in Newport that goes to Exeter is Newport (South Wales) (NWP), which connects to Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Newport to Exeter.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newport to Exeter
Newport
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Newport is Newport (South Wales). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newport (South Wales) for your trip from Newport to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
Parking
- Car Park: High Street
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Newport (South Wales)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your journey to Exeter from Newport.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParking
Dining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
- 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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Public transit options for Polsloe Bridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from Widgery Road bus stops on Pinhoe Road. Taxis depart from the front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
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