- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$80
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$80
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dawlish to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dawlish to London will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Dawlish to London without transferring at least once.
Y41760 · G14917
Y41760 · G14917Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dawlish to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $539.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $539 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Dawlish to London:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dawlish to London costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $495 (€405) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dawlish to London costing on average $539 (€441).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
Bus takes on average 4h 54m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (3h 5m by train vs 3h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $92 (€75) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dawlish to London trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y41870 · G14921 | On time 8:44 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 2h44 | 11:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34559 | On time 9:28 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 2h38 | 12:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15202 · W34562 | On time 9:40 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 2h49 | 12:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y80241 · W34566 | On time 10:21 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 3h08 | 1:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G00865+ W34566 | On time 10:41 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 2h48 | 1:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14922 | On time 11:25 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 2h52 | 2:17 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
Y41760 · G14917 | On time 12:30 AM Dawlish station (DWL) | 4h34 | 5:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Dawlish to London run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dawlish to London by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dawlish to London trains use the Dawlish to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Dawlish and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dawlish has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dawlish.
Wi-Fi is available at Dawlish.
Ticket office support is available at Dawlish.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dawlish: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dawlish: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dawlish: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step free category B3 station. Step free access available only to Exeter bound platform, there is no step free access to Plymouth bound platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: During normal staffed hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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