The average train between Watford and Newton Abbot takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford to Newton Abbot. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Watford and Newton Abbot. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Newton Abbot at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Queens Park (London) and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 52m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford to Newton Abbot? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Watford to Newton Abbot. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Newton Abbot station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Watford to Newton Abbot train services, operated by London Overground, depart from London Paddington station.
Watford to Newton Abbot train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Watford to Newton Abbot train tickets online with London Overground, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Watford and Newton Abbot is 257.1 km. The road distance is 334 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 33m.