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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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Horley to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $348.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$348 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Newton Abbot:
A bus is $293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Horley to Newton Abbot costing on average $348.
Other travel options to Newton Abbot take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 8m.
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Take a train from Horley to Newton Abbot and enjoy the approximately 157 miles (253 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 20:30.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Newton Abbot — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newton Abbot trip today.
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 Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Horley to Newton Abbot trains use the Gatwick Airport to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Horley and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Horley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Horley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Newton Abbot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Newton Abbot.
Wi-Fi is available at Newton Abbot. ATMs are available at Newton Abbot.
Ticket office support is available at Newton Abbot.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newton Abbot: Parking, WC.
Available at Newton Abbot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton Abbot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge from platform 3. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Station phone boxes are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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