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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
£256
Average price
£269
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield to Newton Abbot will cost around £269 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £256.
Of the 12 trains that leave Chesterfield for Newton Abbot every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 338 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chesterfield to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 338 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Chesterfield to Newton Abbot trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:09 Chesterfield | 4h05 | 13:14 Newton Abbot | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:09 Chesterfield | 4h00 | 14:09 Newton Abbot | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Chesterfield to Newton Abbot run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 338 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 338 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 20:03 |
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Discover the best of Newton Abbot — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newton Abbot trip today.
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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield to Newton Abbot trains use the Chesterfield to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Chesterfield and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chesterfield is 1 km from Chesterfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Chesterfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Chesterfield.
ATMs are available at Chesterfield.
Ticket office support is available at Chesterfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Chesterfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Chesterfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chesterfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access. There is a subway and lift to platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms, also at the foot and top of each stairwell, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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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