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Dartmouth Museum
Compact local museum covering Dartmouth’s maritime, social and wartime past through artefacts, models and changing displays.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Dartmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Dartmouth will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 18 trains that leave Bristol for Dartmouth every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
G01129
G01129
G01132
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C42424
G01137
G01129
G01137
G01141
G01132
G01134Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Dartmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 141 km
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£23 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Dartmouth trains for tomorrow, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G01129 | 8:14 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 9:52 Paignton station (PGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01129 | 8:14 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h29 | 9:43 Torquay station (TQY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01129+ C42424 | 8:14 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h50 | 10:04 Totnes station (TOT) | 1 change | |
G01132 | 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 10:20 Totnes station (TOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01132+ C47999 | 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h15 | 11:00 Paignton station (PGN) | 1 change | |
G01132+ C47999 | 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h07 | 10:52 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C42436 · C48001 | 8:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h29 | 11:24 Paignton station (PGN) | 1 change | |
C42436 · C48001 | 8:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h22 | 11:17 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C42436 · C42425 | 8:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h09 | 11:04 Totnes station (TOT) | 1 change | |
G01134 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 11:21 Totnes station (TOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01134+ C42679 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h04 | 11:49 Paignton station (PGN) | 1 change | |
G01134+ C42679 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h55 | 11:40 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C42437 · C48005 | 9:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h21 | 12:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C42437 · C48005 | 9:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h29 | 12:24 Paignton station (PGN) | 1 change | |
G01137+ C48008 | 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 12:48 Paignton station (PGN) | 1 change | |
G01137+ C48008 | 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h55 | 12:40 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
G01137 | 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 12:20 Totnes station (TOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01141 | 11:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 13:20 Totnes station (TOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Dartmouth run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 21:45 |
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Discover the best of Dartmouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dartmouth trip today.
Compact local museum covering Dartmouth’s maritime, social and wartime past through artefacts, models and changing displays.
Nearby military and maritime museum in Brixham with ships, aircraft and exhibits that add regional context for Dartmouth visitors.
Art space and gallery programme in a historic setting, showing contemporary work and creative events near Dartmouth’s waterfront.
The town’s scenic waterfront promenade, lined with historic buildings, boat activity and estuary views that define Dartmouth’s character.
Formal riverside gardens with lawns, seasonal planting and seating. A popular central place to relax before or after exploring town.
Historic shopping street with narrow pavements, old façades and independent businesses. It is one of the best places to feel old Dartmouth.
Sweet crab meat from Devon waters, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is a local coastal staple tied to South Hams fishing.
Line-caught bass landed on the South Devon coast, prized for its freshness and clean flavour. Usually grilled or pan-fried in local restaurants.
A traditional West Country cream tea of scones, clotted cream and jam. In Devon, the cream is typically spread before the jam.
Refined dining room serving modern British cooking with strong local seafood and seasonal produce in an elegant riverside hotel.
Well-known bistro for fresh local fish and British classics, with a friendly atmosphere near the historic waterfront.
Popular waterside seafood restaurant known for local fish, shellfish and harbour views in a relaxed brasserie setting.
Dartmouth is pricier than many UK towns, especially in summer. Hotels, waterfront dining and parking raise costs, while local buses are limited.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, but it is not obligatory.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Dartmouth trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Dartmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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