Cambridge to Newton Abbot train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Newton Abbot

Showing times and prices for 25 May

Cheapest price

£72

Average price

£73

Fastest journey

4 h 43 m

Average duration

4 h 47 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

319 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Newton Abbot will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Cambridge for Newton Abbot every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 319 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    10:424h50
    Cambridge
    15:32Newton Abbot
    £721One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    12:424h43
    Cambridge
    17:25Newton Abbot
    £751One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Newton Abbot

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £72.

Distance: 319 km

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Coach

£74

Average Price

£56

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Cheapest

4h 1m

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3h 31m

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8h 28m

Average total duration

7h 58m

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Live departures

Cambridge to Newton Abbot train times

The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Newton Abbot trains for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Great Western Railway10:42 Cambridge
4h50
15:32 Newton Abbot0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway12:42 Cambridge
4h43
17:25 Newton Abbot0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cambridge to Newton Abbot

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Trains from Cambridge to Newton Abbot run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 15:54. The fastest train covers the 319 km distance in 4h 34m.

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 £52
Distance
319 km
Average train duration
3h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£72
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 34m
First train
0:36
Last train
15:54
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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 £52

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cambridge to Newton Abbot trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cambridge and Newton Abbot from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
4h 34m
Cheapest Price
£72
Great Western Railway frequency
5 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
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FAQs: Cambridge to Newton Abbot train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cambridge to Newton Abbot can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £74.
The train journey from Cambridge to Newton Abbot covers a distance of 319 km and takes approximately 4h 34m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Cambridge to Newton Abbot is 319 km.
The first train from Cambridge to Newton Abbot leaves at 0:36.
The last train from Cambridge to Newton Abbot departs at 15:54.
Trains from Cambridge to Newton Abbot run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cambridge to Newton Abbot.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cambridge to Newton Abbot.
To get from Cambridge to Newton Abbot, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Cambridge to Newton Abbot.
The train station in Cambridge that goes to Newton Abbot is Cambridge station (CBG), and it arrives at Newton Abbot station (NTA).
The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Newton Abbot is by coach, costing approximately £52.
Booking trains from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Newton Abbot offers a scenic route, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of southern England, with views of rolling hills, charming villages, and, as you approach Devon, the stunning landscapes of Dartmoor National Park.
A day trip from Cambridge to Newton Abbot is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 34m, and there are 4 trains per day for this 319 km journey.
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 Cambridge to Newton Abbot.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Newton Abbot

Cambridge
Newton Abbot
The major train station for departures in Cambridge is Cambridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cambridge for your trip from Cambridge to Newton Abbot.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: 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: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cambridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Station foyer
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Adjacent station building.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
Public transport options for Cambridge North
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.

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