Exeter to Newquay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70.9 miles 114.1 km · straight line
82.6 miles actual route 132.9 km · driving distance
1h 35min estimated drive time
£13 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Exeter from Newquay?

The distance from Exeter to Newquay is 70.9 miles (114.1 km) as the crow flies. Newquay is located WSW of Exeter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 82.6 miles, taking about 1h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Exeter and Newquay. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Exeter to Newquay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 35min £13 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 54min $7–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 30min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Exeter & Newquay

Quick Facts

Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
Newquay
50.41°N, 5.08°W
Europe/London
60m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 351.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM