What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Dawlish?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Dawlish is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £11 - £40 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Dawlish?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Dawlish is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Bristol to Dawlish?

The distance between Bristol and Dawlish is 89 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Dawlish without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Dawlish?

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dawlish takes 1h 24m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Dawlish bus from?

Bristol to Dawlish bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Dawlish train from?

Bristol to Dawlish train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Bristol to Dawlish is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Bristol to Dawlish bus arrive?

Bristol to Dawlish bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Bristol to Dawlish train arrive?

Bristol to Dawlish train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Dawlish station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Dawlish is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Bristol to Dawlish.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Dawlish?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Dawlish?

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Bristol to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Dawlish by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dawlishtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
1h 24m
£40–75
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lanhernebus 2
3h 22m
£11–38
Drive 84.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Dawlishcar 84.7 mi
1h 42m
£21–30
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlishtrain Exeter St Davids - Plymouth / ...
1h 38m
£39–75

Bristol to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Dawlish, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dawlish twice daily. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Lanherne via Exeter and Bus Station in around 3h 22m.

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