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Trains to Exeter from Newcastle
It takes an average of 6h 27m to travel from Newcastle to Exeter by train, over a distance of around 304 miles (490 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Newcastle to Exeter and tickets for this journey start from £49.90 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Newcastle to Exeter by train
From Newcastle, there's a direct train route every hour to Exeter St David´s operated by CrossCountry.
CrossCountry trains all come with a First Class option. There's a buffet car on most trains, if not, then a buffet cart will provide an at-seat service. Most CrossCountry trains on this route come with a Quiet Coach and there's free WiFi in First Class (customers travelling in Standard can pay a small fee to use the service).
Visit our CrossCountry page for more information about their onboard services.
Route information from Newcastle to Exeter
The train journey from Newcastle to Exeter takes you through York, Leeds, Sheffield and the Peak District before heading to Birmingham. You'll then pass by the Cotswolds before arriving at Bristol Temple Meads, one of Britain's most iconic railway stations. Once you leave Bristol, the train takes you through Somerset's farmland, continuing on to Devon and finally reaching Exeter St David's.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Exeter?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Newcastle to Exeter start at £49.90§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Newcastle to Exeter is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.