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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
£428
Average price
£463
Fastest journey
7 h 12 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Newton Abbot will cost around £463 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £428.
Of the 10 trains that leave Glasgow for Newton Abbot every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 595 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 32 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 Glasgow to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £76. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, and a train costs an average of £428.
Distance: 595 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£464 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 40m Average total duration Fastest 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 55m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Glasgow to Newton Abbot run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £428 but you can travel from only £76 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 16:06. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 595 km |
Average train duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £428 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 16:06 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Newton Abbot trains use the Glasgow Central to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Jordanhill is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Jordanhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Jordanhill.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jordanhill: Parking.
Available at Jordanhill: Bike Parking.
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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