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Newton Abbot Town and GWR Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Newton Abbot's railways, markets, industry, and everyday life. Best museum choice for understanding the town.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Newton Abbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Newton Abbot will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 buses from Bristol to Newton Abbot, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Bristol to Newton Abbot run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 1h 50m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Newton Abbot buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:15 AM Bristol | 1h50 | 5:05 AM Newton Abbot | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 AM Bristol | 1h55 | 7:10 AM Newton Abbot | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Bristol | 1h55 | 8:20 PM Newton Abbot | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bristol to Newton Abbot with FlixBus and National Express. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus and National Express. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Volunteer-run local museum covering Newton Abbot's railways, markets, industry, and everyday life. Best museum choice for understanding the town.
National Trust manor with furnished historic rooms and interpretation displays. Combines architecture, collections, and gardens in one heritage visit.
Contemporary art gallery and studios in nearby Bovey Tracey. Known for changing exhibitions and a strong connection to Devon's craft scene.
Busy pedestrian-friendly market square at the heart of town. Best for atmosphere, civic heritage, and seeing Newton Abbot's traditional market character.
Historic market and event space central to local life. Worth visiting on market days for an authentic sense of the town's long trading tradition.
River and wetland nature reserve with paths, birds, and open views. A local favorite for quiet walks and easy access to waterside scenery.
A classic Devon cream tea with scones, clotted cream and jam. In Devon, cream goes on before jam, making it a proud local ritual.
Fresh crab landed on the South Devon coast, often served simply in salads or sandwiches. It is prized for sweet meat and local fishing heritage.
A traditional beef and root vegetable pie linked to Devon farm cooking. It is hearty pub fare rooted in the county’s rural past.
Stylish bistro in Newton Abbot known for modern British cooking, good local produce and a relaxed polished atmosphere.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a comfortable dining room.
Established café and deli style venue popular for lunches, cakes and coffee, with a welcoming local atmosphere.
Moderate for UK market towns; hotels and dining are usually lower than London, while rail travel and peak-season stays can raise visitor costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes only if desired.
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Newton Abbot Railway Station -> Newton Abbot Clock Tower, Newton Abbot
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Newton Abbot by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newton Abbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Newton Abbot buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Newton Abbot bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Newton Abbot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Newton Abbot. ATMs are available at Newton Abbot.
Ticket office support is available at Newton Abbot.
Available at Newton Abbot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton Abbot: Accessible for wheelchairs.