The average train between Exeter and Newhaven takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Newhaven. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Newhaven. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Newhaven at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Clapham Junction and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Newhaven? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Newhaven station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Exeter to Newhaven train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Exeter Central station.
Exeter to Newhaven train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Lewes station.
Book your Exeter to Newhaven train tickets online with South Western Railway and Southern.
The distance between Exeter and Newhaven is 251.6 km. The road distance is 355 km.
You can take a train from Exeter Central to Newhaven Town via Clapham Junction and Lewes in around 4h 52m.