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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 | Exeter St David's | Newton Abbot | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Exeter St David's | Newton Abbot | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Exeter St Thomas | Newton Abbot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Newton Abbot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Newton Abbot | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Exeter to Newton Abbot
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Newton Abbot. The journey takes about 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Newton Abbot 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 Exeter to Newton Abbot?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Newton Abbot start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Exeter to Newton Abbot?
The average train trip from Exeter to Newton Abbot takes 25m and covers 22 km. The quickest train gets you there in 18m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Newton Abbot route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Newton Abbot?
The earliest train from Exeter to Newton Abbot departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 9:31pm.
What is the best train operator from Exeter to Newton Abbot?
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 Exeter to Newton Abbot?
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 Exeter to Newton Abbot?
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 Exeter to Newton Abbot?
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 Exeter to Newton Abbot was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Newton Abbot, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $35 for a train ticket from Exeter to Newton Abbot based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
