4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Exeter
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Exeter will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 24 trains that leave Newcastle for Exeter every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 490 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 4 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.
W298688:406h04Newcastle station (NCL)14:44Exeter St Davids (EXD)£661One-way0 changes- W29868+
C480258:406h52Newcastle station (NCL)15:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£1141One-way1 change 
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34817 · C4803310:276h41Newcastle station (NCL)17:08Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£1401One-way3 changes- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34814 · C4803010:246h09Newcastle station (NCL)16:33Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£1401One-way3 changes
- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34814 · Y8027710:246h31Newcastle station (NCL)16:55St James' Park (SJP)£1401One-way3 changes
- G08175+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G149838:245h48Newcastle station (NCL)14:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1901One-way2 changes
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W348099:245h48Newcastle station (NCL)15:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1401One-way2 changes
- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W3481410:245h48Newcastle station (NCL)16:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1401One-way2 changes
- G80049+W34819+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington11:245h51Newcastle station (NCL)17:15Exeter St Davids (EXD)£1401One-way2 changes
- W298688:406h04Newcastle station (NCL)14:44Exeter St Davids (EXD)£661One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Newcastle to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 490 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£97 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £226 Average Price |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Exeter trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G08175+G14983 · C48021+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 8:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 6h07 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| C01939+G14984 · Y80269+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | On time 8:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 6h54 | 15:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 3 changes | |
| G01180 · W29868+C48025 | On time 8:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 6h57 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Exeter
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Trains from Newcastle to Exeter run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 490 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 490 km |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:42 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Great Western Railway from Newcastle to Exeter trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Newcastle and Exeter from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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
Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle and Exeter
Most Newcastle to Exeter trains use the Newcastle to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Getting to Manors from Newcastle city centre
Manors train station facilities and services
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, 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.
Which Exeter station do trains from Newcastle arrive at?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: 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.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: 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.
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