How to get to Newcastle from Exeter

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Compare coach, train and flight for Exeter to Newcastle

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, while a flight costs an average of £225.

Distance: 490 km

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Coach
Flight

£181

Average Price

£52

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Cheapest

£225

Average Price

6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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30m

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11h 50m

Average total duration

11h 20m

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30m

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3h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

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2h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

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CO2 emissions

CrossCountry

Most popular train company

FlixBus

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Loganair

Most popular airline

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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 Newcastle is a coach with an average price of £52.

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

A coach is £129 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Newcastle costing on average £181.

A coach is £173 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Newcastle costing on average £225.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Newcastle is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Coach takes on average 11h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Exeter and Newcastle including taking a coach, train and flight.

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from Exeter to Newcastle

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • National Express
    1:0512h10
    Exeter
    13:15Newcastle
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • National Express
    1:0512h10
    Exeter
    13:15Newcastle
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • National Express
    6:3010h55
    Exeter
    17:25Newcastle
    £451One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • National Express
    2:0512h10
    Exeter
    14:15Newcastle
    £341One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    8:1012h15
    Exeter
    20:25Newcastle
    £351One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    16:0512h20
    Exeter
    4:25Newcastle
    £391One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Exeter to Newcastle

Travel to Newcastle 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 Newcastle.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Exeter and Newcastle including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Newcastle is a coach with an average price of £52.

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

A coach is £129 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter to Newcastle costing on average £181.

A coach is £173 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Newcastle costing on average £225.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Newcastle is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 31m.

Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Coach takes on average 11h 50m.

The Exeter to Newcastle distance is approximately 490 km.
The average frequency per day from Exeter to Newcastle is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 11 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Exeter to Newcastle:
  • Flights mostly depart from Exeter International Airport and arrive in Newcastle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Exeter St Davids (EXD) and arrive in Newcastle station (NCL).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court and arrive in Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Exeter to Newcastle, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway, Lumo to go to Newcastle by train.
  • Travel with Loganair to go to Newcastle by flight.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Newcastle by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Exeter to Newcastle with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with CrossCountry.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Loganair.
Omio customers who travel from Exeter to Newcastle often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newcastle and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Exeter to Newcastle, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Newcastle, you can explore Grainger Town, renowned for its Georgian architecture and lively markets, or enjoy nature at Jesmond Dene with its scenic walking trails and local wildlife. Discover history with a guided tour of the Victoria Tunnel or visit the Ouseburn Valley for its cultural and creative spaces. Experience movies at the historic Tyneside Cinema. For sights, the Tyne Bridge offers panoramic views, and the Newcastle Castle provides historical insights. The Quayside is perfect for a vibrant atmosphere and dining, while the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art offers dynamic exhibitions. Don't miss the stunning architecture of St. Nicholas Cathedral.
To fully explore Newcastle, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal, allowing time to visit key attractions like the Quayside, Newcastle Castle, and local museums.

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