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Compare train and bus for Newton Abbot to Dawlish
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newton Abbot to Dawlish among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newton Abbot to Dawlish:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newton Abbot to Dawlish costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Dawlish take longer:
Bus takes on average 51m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (11m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $4 (€4) 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, Cross Country, 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.
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Why should you book Newton Abbot to Dawlish trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Newton Abbot to Dawlish.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Newton Abbot to Dawlish.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Newton Abbot to Dawlish.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Newton Abbot to Dawlish
Trains from Newton Abbot to Dawlish run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newton Abbot to Dawlish trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newton Abbot and Dawlish from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Newton Abbot to Dawlish
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton Abbot to Dawlish 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 Dawlish, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newton Abbot to Dawlish
Most Newton Abbot to Dawlish trains use the Newton Abbot to Dawlish station pair. Use this guide to compare Newton Abbot and Dawlish train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Newton Abbot station do trains to Dawlish leave from?
Getting to Newton Abbot from Newton Abbot city centre
Newton Abbot train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Newton Abbot.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Newton Abbot. ATMs are available at Newton Abbot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newton Abbot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newton Abbot: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newton Abbot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Dawlish station do trains from Newton Abbot arrive at?
Getting to Dawlish from Dawlish city centre
Dawlish 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
Food and drink options are available at Dawlish.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dawlish.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dawlish.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dawlish: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dawlish: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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