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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newquay to Exeter
Showing times and prices for 03 Jun
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
115 km
Cheap tickets
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newquay to Exeter will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
Of the 18 trains that leave Newquay for Exeter every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
G15403 · W34583 · Y8027212:173h25Newquay station (NQY)15:42Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£71One-way2 changes- G15407 · C48442 · W3458913:252h47Newquay station (NQY)16:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£171One-way2 changes
- G15407 · C48442 · W34589 · C4803013:253h08Newquay station (NQY)16:33Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£171One-way3 changes
- G15407 · C48442 · W34589 · Y8027713:253h30Newquay station (NQY)16:55St James' Park (SJP)£171One-way3 changes
- G15411 · W34593 · C4803514:273h07Newquay station (NQY)17:34Exeter St Thomas (EXT)£191One-way2 changes
- G15411 · W3459314:272h45Newquay station (NQY)17:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£191One-way1 change
- G15407 · C48442 · W3458913:252h47Newquay station (NQY)16:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£171One-way2 changes
- G15403 · W3458312:172h55Newquay station (NQY)15:12Exeter St Davids (EXD)£191One-way1 change
- G1493014:522h58Newquay station (NQY)17:50Exeter St Davids (EXD)£191One-way0 changes
- G1492511:083h05Newquay station (NQY)14:13Exeter St Davids (EXD)£191One-way0 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 train which can get you there in 2h 42m. 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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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m 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, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15388 · W34566 | On time 8:22 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h51 | 11:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15388 · W34566 · C48004 | On time 8:22 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h10 | 11:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15390 · W34572 | On time 9:20 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h52 | 12:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15390 · W34572 · C48010 | On time 9:20 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h12 | 12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15390 · W34572 · Y80254 | On time 9:20 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h21 | 12:41 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15394 · W34577 | On time 10:28 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h45 | 13:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15394 · W34577 · C48015 | On time 10:28 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h03 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G15394 · W34577 · Y80260 | On time 10:28 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h14 | 13:42 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| G14925 | On time 11:08 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h05 | 14:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14925 · C48021 | On time 11:08 Newquay station (NQY) | 3h23 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 change | |
| G15403 · W34583 | On time 12:17 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h55 | 15:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| G15407 · C48442 · W34589 | On time 13:25 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h47 | 16:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newquay to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newquay to Exeter run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 2h 54m.
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
Coach from £6
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 21:26 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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
Coach from £6
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newquay to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newquay and Exeter from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£11
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£81
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Newquay to Exeter train
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Newquay to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Newquay to Exeter covers a distance of 115 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Newquay to Exeter is 115 km.
The first train from Newquay to Exeter leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Newquay to Exeter departs at 21:26.
Trains from Newquay to Exeter run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newquay to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Newquay to Exeter.
To get from Newquay to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Newquay to Exeter.
The train station in Newquay that goes to Exeter is Newquay station (NQY), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Newquay to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Newquay to Exeter is considered scenic as it offers views of Cornwall's picturesque countryside, coastal landscapes, and charming villages.
A day trip from Newquay to Exeter is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 54m. However, there are 13 train services available per day.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Newquay to Exeter.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newquay and Exeter
Newquay
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Newquay is Newquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newquay for your trip from Newquay to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed The ticket office is will not be open in 2022.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Waiting area under canopy
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newquay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop in the car park at the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter St Davids. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter St Davids for your journey to Exeter from Newquay.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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 transport 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 transport 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
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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 transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
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