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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Newton Abbot
Showing times and prices for 24 May
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
125 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol 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 Bristol to Newton Abbot will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Fast trains
Of the 11 trains that leave Bristol for Newton Abbot every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
G006718:441h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:01Newton Abbot station (NTA)£181One-way0 changes- G664769:501h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:12Newton Abbot station (NTA)£181One-way0 changes
- W2987414:451h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)16:08Newton Abbot station (NTA)£271One-way0 changes
- G0114211:571h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:14Newton Abbot station (NTA)£301One-way0 changes
- G0114512:511h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:10Newton Abbot station (NTA)£301One-way0 changes
- G0114211:571h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:14Newton Abbot station (NTA)£301One-way0 changes
- G006718:441h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:01Newton Abbot station (NTA)£181One-way0 changes
- G0113610:551h17Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:12Newton Abbot station (NTA)£511One-way0 changes
- G0114512:511h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:10Newton Abbot station (NTA)£301One-way0 changes
- G664769:501h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:12Newton Abbot station (NTA)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Newton Abbot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 125 km
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2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Newton Abbot train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Newton Abbot trains for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y41874 | 7:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h50 | 9:44 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00671 | 8:44 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 10:01 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66476 | 9:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h22 | 11:12 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01136 | 10:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 12:12 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01142 | 11:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 13:14 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01145 | 12:51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h19 | 14:10 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29869 | 13:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h23 | 15:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41671 · C33233 | 13:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h56 | 15:52 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 1 change | |
| W29874 | 14:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h23 | 16:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41674 · C33235 | 14:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h54 | 16:48 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 1 change | |
| G01147 | 15:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h23 | 17:08 Newton Abbot station (NTA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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CrossCountry as well as Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Newton Abbot
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Newton Abbot run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 1h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Newton Abbot trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Newton Abbot from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£12
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£21
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£100
Cross Country frequency
11 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£82
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Bristol to Newton Abbot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Newton Abbot can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The train journey from Bristol to Newton Abbot covers a distance of 125 km and takes approximately 1h 17m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Newton Abbot is 125 km.
The first train from Bristol to Newton Abbot leaves at 5:22.
The last train from Bristol to Newton Abbot departs at 23:48.
Trains from Bristol to Newton Abbot run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and Newton Abbot. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bristol to Newton Abbot, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Newton Abbot is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Newton Abbot station (NTA).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Newton Abbot is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Bristol to Newton Abbot in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Newton Abbot offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Somerset countryside, the stunning coastline near Dawlish, and the beautiful Devon landscapes, making it a visually appealing route.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Newton Abbot is feasible. The journey takes 1h 17m, with a distance of 125 km. There are 5 trains per day.
Newton Abbot can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to enjoy its markets, surrounding countryside, and local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Newton Abbot
Bristol
Newton Abbot
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Newton Abbot.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
The major train station for arrivals in Newton Abbot is Newton Abbot. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newton Abbot for your journey to Newton Abbot from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 17:50 Sunday 08:45 - 18:10
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1/2 and 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: In ladies wc
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 adjacent ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newton Abbot
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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