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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Newport (South Wales) | Exeter St David's | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Newport (South Wales) | Exeter St David's | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Newport (South Wales) | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newport (South Wales) | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Newport (South Wales) | Exeter St David's | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newport to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 4 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average Price$35 - $43 | Average Duration4h 26m | 3kg CO₂e | |
| Average Price$103 - $177 | Average Duration2h 17m | 2kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newport to Exeter by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Newport to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Newport to Exeter start at $103. The average price for this train route is around $133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newport to Exeter?
The average train trip from Newport to Exeter takes 2h 17m and covers 103 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 49m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Newport to Exeter route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newport to Exeter?
The earliest train from Newport to Exeter departs at 8:13am. The latest train departs at 6:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Newport to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newport to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Newport to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newport to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newport to Exeter was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newport to Exeter, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $142 for a train ticket from Newport to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-06.
