Newark to Exeter by train

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Overview: trains from Newark to Exeter

Find the key information for travelling by train from Newark to Exeter, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:58 View journey
Last train 23:21 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 26m View journey
Distance (km) 322
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey €301.83 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 42m
Train operators 9

Going from Newark to Exeter by train

About to set off from Newark to Exeter by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Newark to Exeter

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Newark to Exeter:

  • Cheapest ticket: €301.83

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Newark to Exeter departure frequency and train timetable

With 22 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 43 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:58 and the last one is at 23:21. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:05, with the last one at 23:19.

Newark to Exeter train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 322 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 26 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Newark and Exeter?

You can secure tickets for travel between Newark and Exeter up to 3 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Newark to Exeter

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Newark and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Exeter city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Newark to Exeter

Want to know more about your journey from Newark to Exeter? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Newark to Exeter covers 322 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.