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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 bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $81 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, while a flight costs an average of $395.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$104 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $395 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot costing on average $104 (€85).
A bus is $314 (€257) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot costing on average $395 (€323).
Other travel options to Newton Abbot take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (3h 35m by train vs 4h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $83 (€68) 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.
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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Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€84) but you can travel from only $69 (€57) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 13:06. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€84) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 1:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 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 Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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