How much is the train ticket from Exeter to Newton Abbot?

The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Newton Abbot start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 237. 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 Newton Abbot?

The average train journey time from Exeter to Newton Abbot is 25m, covering a distance of 22 km. The quickest train can get 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 12 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 21:31.

Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.

Train Exeter to Newton Abbot from R 223

Next train departures

Next departures from Exeter to Newton Abbot on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Exeter St David's	25m	15:25	Newton Abbot	Cheapest
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	Fastest
Train	07:02	Exeter St Thomas	32m	07:34	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:27	Exeter St David's	23m	07:50	Newton Abbot	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Newton Abbot on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:02	Exeter St Thomas	32m	07:34	Newton Abbot	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Exeter St David's	19m	08:01	Newton Abbot	Fastest
Train	07:23	Exeter St David's	25m	07:48	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:42	Exeter St David's	19m	08:01	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:23	Exeter St David's	25m	07:48	Newton Abbot	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Newton Abbot on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Exeter St David's	25m	15:25	Newton Abbot	Cheapest
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	Fastest
Train	07:02	Exeter St Thomas	32m	07:34	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:27	Exeter St David's	23m	07:50	Newton Abbot	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Newton Abbot on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Exeter St David's	25m	15:25	Newton Abbot	Cheapest
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	Fastest
Train	07:02	Exeter St Thomas	32m	07:34	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:27	Exeter St David's	23m	07:50	Newton Abbot	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Newton Abbot on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Exeter St David's	25m	15:25	Newton Abbot	Cheapest
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	Fastest
Train	07:02	Exeter St Thomas	32m	07:34	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:27	Exeter St David's	23m	07:50	Newton Abbot	No tags

Next departures from Exeter to Newton Abbot on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Exeter St David's	25m	15:25	Newton Abbot	Cheapest
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	Fastest
Train	07:02	Exeter St Thomas	32m	07:34	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:43	Exeter St David's	18m	08:01	Newton Abbot	No tags
Train	07:27	Exeter St David's	23m	07:50	Newton Abbot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:15 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Newton Abbot

We recommend taking the train

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 R 228, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

25mAverage duration

22 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 128 - R 177	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 228 - R 448	Average duration25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 66 - R 66	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Newton Abbot start from R 228. The average price for this train route is around R 237. 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 Newton Abbot?
The average train journey time from Exeter to Newton Abbot is 25m, covering a distance of 22 km. The quickest train can get 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 12 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 21:31.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.

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R 225

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The cheapest trip from Exeter to Newton Abbot was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 223

To 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 R 223 to R 425 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 R 223, which is on 2025-12-14.

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.