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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 on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ivybridge 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 Ivybridge to Newton Abbot will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Ivybridge to Newton Abbot, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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 Ivybridge to Newton Abbot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 27 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ivybridge to Newton Abbot:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ivybridge to Newton Abbot costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Newton Abbot take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 26m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (26m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Ivybridge to Newton Abbot run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 24m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 23:31 |
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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.
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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 Ivybridge 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 Ivybridge to Newton Abbot trains use the Ivybridge to Newton Abbot station pair. Use this guide to compare Ivybridge and Newton Abbot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ivybridge is 1 km from Ivybridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Ivybridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ivybridge: Parking.
Available at Ivybridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ivybridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - Both platforms can be accessed step free however ramps to each platform are steeper than present guidelines. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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