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Newton Abbot Town and GWR Museum
Local museum covering Newton Abbot's market, railway and everyday life. A practical introduction to the town's history in a central location.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£43
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£96
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
2 h 52 m
Trains on 09 Oct
18
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Newton Abbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Newton Abbot will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 18 trains from Birmingham to Newton Abbot, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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G01131
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G01153Trains from Birmingham to Newton Abbot run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:44. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:44 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Newton Abbot trains for tomorrow, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01130 | 6:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h48 | 9:30 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01131 | 7:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 10:07 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01133 | 8:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h57 | 11:09 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01135 | 9:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 12:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01138 | 9:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h08 | 12:50 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01140 | 10:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 13:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29862 | 11:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 14:07 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29868 | 12:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 15:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29873 | 13:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 16:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01148 | 14:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 17:07 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29884 | 15:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 18:07 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01150 | 15:42 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h53 | 18:35 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01153 | 16:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h55 | 19:07 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01154 | 17:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h58 | 20:10 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01161_G66477 | 18:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 21:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29909 | 19:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h57 | 22:09 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Local museum covering Newton Abbot's market, railway and everyday life. A practical introduction to the town's history in a central location.
Historic house museum with rooms, gardens and collections linked to local families and writers. A characterful heritage visit near Newton Abbot.
Contemporary arts venue and gallery in nearby Bovey Tracey showing changing exhibitions, crafts and creative work from Devon and beyond.
Large public park with lake, seasonal events, play areas and broad paths. Popular with families and useful for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Country park with lake, woodland and birdlife on the edge of town. Ideal for walking, wildlife watching and an easy escape into nature.
Open heathland and woodland on Dartmoor's edge, popular for walks and views. A local favourite for fresh air within easy reach of Newton Abbot.
A classic South Devon cream tea of scones, jam and clotted cream. Nearby Devon is famous for serving the cream before the jam.
A rich fruit loaf traditional in Devon, made with dried fruit and often served sliced with butter. It is a longstanding regional tea-time treat.
A traditional West Country pasty filled with beef, potato and swede. Common across Devon and a familiar savoury choice in local bakeries.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and a lively but relaxed setting in the town centre.
Established Nepalese and Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and vegetarian options in a comfortable, friendly space.
Well-known local pub and dining venue with British classics, ales and a traditional atmosphere close to Newton Abbot racecourse.
Moderate for England. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than London, but tourist-season stays and rail fares can raise daily costs.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Newton Abbot trains use the Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Birmingham New Street 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hall Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hall Green.
Ticket office support is available at Hall Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Hall Green: Parking.
Available at Hall Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, 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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