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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 | Newport (South Wales) | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Exeter St David's | Newport (South Wales) | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Exeter St David's | Newport (South Wales) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Exeter to Newport
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newport. The journey takes about 3 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just R 407, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 407 - R 660 | Average duration3h 46m | 3kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 1 277 - R 2 185 | Average duration2h 8m | 2kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Newport by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Newport?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Newport start from R 1 277. The average price for this train route is around R 1 458. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Newport?
The average train journey time from Exeter to Newport is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 103 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Newport route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 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 Newport?
The earliest train from Exeter to Newport departs at 07:44. And the latest train departs at 19:03.
Which is the best train operator from Exeter to Newport?
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 Newport?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Exeter to Newport?
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 Newport?
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 Newport was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 364To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Newport as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 364 to R 2 078 for a train ticket from Exeter to Newport based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 364, which is on 2025-12-12.
