Colchester to Newton Abbot train with Great Western Rail

Thu, 20 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Newton Abbot

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£196

Average price

£196

Fastest journey

3 h 49 m

Average duration

3 h 55 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

349 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester 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 Colchester to Newton Abbot will cost around £196 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £196.

Fast trains

To travel from Colchester to Newton Abbot you need to make at least 2 changes.

Greater Anglia
05:354h21
Colchester
09:56Newton Abbot
£1961One-way
2 changes
Greater Anglia
06:423h49
Colchester
10:31Newton Abbot
£1961One-way
2 changes
Greater Anglia
07:373h57
Colchester
11:34Newton Abbot
£1961One-way
2 changes
Greater Anglia
08:094h10
Colchester
12:19Newton Abbot
£1961One-way
2 changes
Greater Anglia
08:313h53
Colchester
12:24Newton Abbot
£1961One-way
2 changes

Live departures

Colchester to Newton Abbot train times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Newton Abbot trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_anglia05:35 Colchester
4h21
09:56 Newton Abbot2 changes
greater_anglia06:42 Colchester
3h49
10:31 Newton Abbot2 changes
greater_anglia07:37 Colchester
3h57
11:34 Newton Abbot2 changes
greater_anglia08:09 Colchester
4h10
12:19 Newton Abbot2 changes
greater_anglia08:31 Colchester
3h53
12:24 Newton Abbot2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Colchester to Newton Abbot by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Colchester to Newton Abbot

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Trains from Colchester to Newton Abbot run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £196 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 16:06. The fastest train covers the 349 km distance in 3h 49m.

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
Distance
349 km
Average train duration
3h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£196
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 49m
First train
00:36
Last train
16:06
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia from Colchester to Newton Abbot trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Newton Abbot from £196. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 27m
Cheapest Price
£54
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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

Abellio Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£196
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Colchester to Newton Abbot train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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 cheapest way to get from Colchester to Newton Abbot is by train, costing approximately £196.
Newton Abbot can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to enjoy its markets, surrounding countryside, and local attractions.
The train distance from Colchester to Newton Abbot is 349 km.
Booking trains from Colchester to Newton Abbot in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Colchester to Newton Abbot departs at 16:06.
The cost of a train ticket from Colchester to Newton Abbot can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £196, while the average price tends to be around £196.
There is no night train service from Colchester to Newton Abbot.
The train journey from Colchester to Newton Abbot covers a distance of 349 km and takes approximately 3h 49m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Colchester that goes to Newton Abbot is Colchester station (COL), and it arrives at Newton Abbot station (NTA).
To travel from Colchester to Newton Abbot, you can take a train.
The first train from Colchester to Newton Abbot leaves at 0:36.
Trains from Colchester to Newton Abbot run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Colchester to Newton Abbot.
Yes, you can take the train from Colchester to Newton Abbot.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Colchester to Newton Abbot.

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Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Newton Abbot

Colchester
Newton Abbot
The major train station for departures in Colchester is Colchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester for your trip from Colchester to Newton Abbot.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium Bays
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 all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Colchester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance

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