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Totnes Museum and Archives
Town museum in a historic merchant’s house, presenting Totnes history, local objects, and changing exhibitions.
Trains from Egham to Totnes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 19:29 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Town museum in a historic merchant’s house, presenting Totnes history, local objects, and changing exhibitions.
Independent art gallery showing contemporary painting, printmaking, ceramics, and craft by regional and visiting artists.
Contemporary gallery and workshop space with exhibitions, artist studios, and a changing programme near the centre of Totnes.
The town’s main historic street, lined with independent shops and characterful buildings, ideal for exploring Totnes on foot.
Riverside walking and park area beside the Dart, popular for gentle strolls, views, and watching boats on the water.
Woodland and open green space close to the centre, valued for peaceful walks, wildlife, and elevated views over Totnes.
A thick savoury pie of beef, potato and onion, long linked with Devon farming families and still a classic west-country comfort food.
Fresh sea fish from the South Devon coast, traditionally simply grilled or fried. It reflects Totnes’s access to nearby Brixham and Dartmouth landings.
A rich baked pudding of milk, eggs, sugar and nutmeg, associated with old Devon recipes and often served cold in slices.
Historic riverside inn serving British pub dishes, local ales and seafood favourites in a traditional, characterful atmosphere.
Popular bakery and daytime café for sourdough breads, pastries, brunch and coffee, with a casual local feel.
Relaxed neighbourhood restaurant known for seasonal small plates, natural wines and thoughtful cooking in a stylish but informal setting.
Moderate for the UK: dining and stays are similar to other small tourist towns, while local buses are manageable and luxury options are limited.
Tipping is modest: 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included, optional in cafés, and taxi fares are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Egham to Totnes 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 Totnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Egham to Totnes trains use the Egham to Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) station pair. Use this guide to compare Egham and Totnes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Egham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Egham.
Wi-Fi is available at Egham. ATMs are available at Egham.
Ticket office support is available at Egham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Egham: Parking, WC.
Available at Egham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Egham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). Step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Reading) via separate entrance and short ramp at approx gradient of 1:20. Step-free access between platforms via street and level crossing with full barriers approximately 50m. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Signal Box Cafe
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Royal Seven Stars Hotel, The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast, The Steam Packet Inn.
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