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

The cheapest way to get from Dawlish to Rock is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dawlish to Rock is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Dawlish and Rock?

No, there is no direct train from Dawlish to Rock. However, there are services departing from Dawlish and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Dawlish to Rock?

The distance between Dawlish and Rock is 83 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dawlish to Rock without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Dawlish to Rock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Rock train from?

Dawlish to Rock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Dawlish to Rock train arrive?

Dawlish to Rock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bodmin Parkway station.

Can I drive from Dawlish to Rock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dawlish to Rock is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Dawlish to Rock.

Where can I stay near Rock?

There are 3005+ hotels available in Rock.

Dawlish to Rock - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 57 bus, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Dawlish to Rock by train, car, bus, or ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
2h 44m
£102–146
Drive 80.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dawlish to Rockcar 80.4 mi
1h 41m
£21–30
Train, line 57 bus, ferry
1. Take the train from Dawlish to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Padstow Bus Terminusbus 57
3. Take the ferry from Padstow Ferry Landing to Rock Padstow Ferry Landingferry
4h 42m
£34–55

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Distance: 82.4 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Dawlish, England and Rock, Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Bodmin Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.

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