How to travel from Exeter to Newquay

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Compare bus and train for Exeter to Newquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Newquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $27.

Distance: 71 miles (115 km)

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Driving

$27

Average price

$10

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Cheapest

$31

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

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30m

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3h 23m

Average total duration

2h 53m

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30m

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1h 34m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Newquay is a bus with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Newquay:

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Newquay costing on average $27.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Newquay is by train with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Newquay take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Exeter and Newquay including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Exeter to Newquay among Omio's users.

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from Exeter to Newquay

How to get from Exeter to Newquay by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Exeter to Newquay is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    5:10 AM2h35
    Exeter
    7:45 AMNewquay
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    5:10 AM2h35
    Exeter
    7:45 AMNewquay
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:10 AM2h35
    Exeter
    7:45 AMNewquay
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:15 PM2h50
    Exeter
    4:05 PMNewquay
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    12:15 PM2h50
    Exeter
    3:05 PMNewquay
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Exeter to Newquay

Travel to Newquay easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Exeter to Newquay.

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There are 2 options to travel between Exeter and Newquay including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Newquay is a bus with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Newquay:

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Newquay costing on average $27.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Newquay is by train with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Newquay take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 23m.

The distance from Exeter to Newquay is approximately 71 miles (115 km).
The average frequency per day from Exeter to Newquay is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Exeter and Newquay as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Exeter to Newquay:
  • Buses mostly depart from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court and arrive in Newquay, Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Exeter St Davids (EXD) and arrive in Newquay station (NQY).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Exeter to Newquay, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Newquay by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Newquay by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Exeter to Newquay:
  • 5 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Exeter to Newquay often also extend their vacation to go to London, Penzance, Manchester, St Ives, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newquay and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Newquay to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Newquay, you can explore the South West Coast Path for stunning coastal views, try adventure sports like coasteering and surfing at Newquay Activity Centre, and enjoy a pirate-themed experience at Pirate's Quest. Ride the Lappa Valley Steam Railway through the Cornish countryside or play a round at Newquay Golf Club with ocean views. For sights, visit Fistral Beach for surfing, Newquay Zoo for exotic animals, Blue Reef Aquarium for marine life, relax at Trenance Gardens, or enjoy family-friendly Towan Beach.
For a fulfilling experience in Newquay, 3 to 4 days is ideal, allowing time to explore its stunning beaches, enjoy water sports, and visit local attractions like the Blue Reef Aquarium and Newquay Zoo.

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