The average train between Exeter and Whitley Bay takes 7h and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter to Whitley Bay. 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 every 3 hours between Exeter and Whitley Bay. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 4:27 PM which arrives into Whitley Bay at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Exeter to Whitley Bay? 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 Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids station and arriving at Newcastle station via Newcastle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Exeter to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Whitley Bay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Exeter and Whitley Bay is 499.8 km. The road distance is 583 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Newcastle every 3 hours. Tickets cost £160–250 and the journey takes 6h 11m.