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Compare train and bus for Taunton to Newton Abbot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$15 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Taunton to Newton Abbot:
A train is $19 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Taunton to Newton Abbot costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Newton Abbot take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
The journey is about 8m faster (50m by train vs 58m by car) and roughly $3 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $18 (€14)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Taunton to Newton Abbot train times
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Newton Abbot trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:45 AM Taunton | 0h46 | 8:31 AM Newton Abbot | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Taunton to Newton Abbot 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Taunton to Newton Abbot.
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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 Taunton to Newton Abbot.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Taunton to Newton Abbot.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Taunton to Newton Abbot.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton to Newton Abbot
Trains from Taunton to Newton Abbot run on average 4 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:36 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Taunton to Newton Abbot trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Taunton and Newton Abbot from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Taunton to Newton Abbot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Taunton to Newton Abbot
Most Taunton to Newton Abbot trains use the Taunton to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Taunton and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Taunton station do trains to Newton Abbot leave from?
Getting to Taunton from Taunton city centre
Taunton train station facilities and services
Taunton 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 Taunton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton. ATMs are available at Taunton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Taunton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Taunton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Taunton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton: 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 subway and the lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are 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 Newton Abbot station do trains from Taunton arrive at?
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.
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