4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newquay to Exeter
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newquay to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newquay to Exeter will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 4 trains that leave Newquay for Exeter on Sat, Dec 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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 Newquay to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newquay to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 47m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 115 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€19 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newquay to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Newquay to Exeter trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P09557 · P09651 · P08216 · P09770 | On time 9:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h11 | 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
| P09557 · P09651 · P08216 | On time 9:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 3h53 | 1:13 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
P09557 · P09651 · P08216+ L47550 | On time 9:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h08 | 1:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 3 transfers | |
| P09567 · P08945 · P09710 | On time 11:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h47 | 4:07 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 transfers | |
| P09567 · P08945 · P09782 | On time 11:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 5h13 | 4:33 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 transfers | |
| P09567 · P09653 · P08221 · P09778 | On time 11:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h12 | 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
| P09567 · P08945 | On time 11:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h37 | 3:57 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 transfer | |
| P09567 · P09653 · P08221 | On time 11:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 3h52 | 3:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
| P09567 · P09653 · P08221+L47572 | On time 11:20 AM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h08 | 3:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 3 transfers | |
| P09577 · P09657 · P08227+L47595 | On time 1:20 PM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h08 | 5:28 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 3 transfers | |
| P09577 · P09657 · P08227 | On time 1:20 PM Newquay station (NQY) | 3h52 | 5:12 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 transfers | |
| P09577 · P09657 · P08227 · P09786 | On time 1:20 PM Newquay station (NQY) | 4h14 | 5:34 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, December 6 | |||||
| 8:45 AM Newquay | 3h48 | 12:33 PM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newquay to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newquay to Exeter run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:53, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 01:53 |
Last train 21:26 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newquay to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newquay and Exeter from €7. 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 Newquay to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newquay 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Newquay, which is located around 0.6 miles (919 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Exeter St Davids, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newquay to Exeter
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed The ticket office is will not be open in 2022.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Waiting area under canopy
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop in the car park at the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp & Bridge from the station car park. 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 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt over the footbridge
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
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