The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for Dawlish station (DWL) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.




Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:32 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h52 | 05:24 Dawlish station (DWL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:35 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0h52 | 08:27 Dawlish station (DWL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL)
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 07:35. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 52m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 07:35 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Dawlish station (DWL) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to Dawlish station (DWL) 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 Dawlish station (DWL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and Dawlish station (DWL)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 the station subway. 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 public telephones: Station pay phones 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:05 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free category B3 station. Step free access available only to Exeter bound platform, there is no step free access to Plymouth bound platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During normal staffed hours.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Adjacent to ramp onto Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Richmond Place next to the station car park
