Newquay to Exeter bus with National Express

Thu 04 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newquay to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 50 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

115 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newquay to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newquay to Exeter will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Newquay for Exeter every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.

FlixBus
13:152h50
Newquay
16:05Exeter
£71One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Newquay to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newquay to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach 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 coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £11.

Distance: 115 km

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Most popular
Coach
Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£18

Average Price

3h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 24m

Average total duration

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Newquay to Exeter bus times

The table below shows live departures for Newquay to Exeter coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX504 · NX10113:20 Newquay, Bus Station
3h30
16:50 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court1 change
national_expressNX504 · MFFAL
On time
13:20 Newquay, Bus Station
3h48
17:08 Exeter, Honiton Road
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus14:15 Newquay, Bus Station
2h50
17:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:30 Newquay, Bus Station
2h35
01:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX406 · MFFAL
On time
22:45 Newquay, Bus Station
3h25
02:10 Exeter, Honiton Road
1 change
national_expressNX40622:45 Newquay, Bus Station
3h15
02:00 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX10623:50 Newquay, Bus Station
3h25
03:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court0 changesdirect
national_expressNX106 · MFFAL
On time
23:50 Newquay, Bus Station
3h20
03:10 Exeter, Honiton Road
1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newquay to Exeter

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Buses from Newquay to Exeter run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 115 km distance in 2h 35m.

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
Distance
115 km
Average bus duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
2h 35m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:52
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

Bus providers: National Express from Newquay to ExeterYou can travel by bus between Newquay to Exeter with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£9
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Newquay to Exeter coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newquay to Exeter by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Newquay to Exeter can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Newquay to Exeter is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Exeter from Newquay is on average 3 h 15 min   for the 71 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Newquay and Exeter by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Newquay to Exeter leaves at 06: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Newquay to Exeter leaves at 23: 50.
There are 5 coaches a day from Newquay to Exeter which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Newquay to Exeter coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Newquay and Exeter as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newquay, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Exeter from Newquay is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Newquay to Exeter by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Newquay and Exeter 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Newquay to Exeter has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Newquay to Exeter.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Newquay to Exeter.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Newquay to Exeter.
    No, luggage for the coach from Newquay to Exeter needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Newquay to Exeter.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Newquay to Exeter.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Newquay to Exeter.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Newquay to Exeter.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Newquay and Exeter

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    Exeter
    The major coach station for departures in Newquay is Newquay, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newquay, Bus Station for your trip from Newquay to Exeter.
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