What is the cheapest way to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot?

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot is to bus which costs £10 - £16 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot?

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Newton Abbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Newton Abbot. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Sherborne Road via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Newton Abbot?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Newton Abbot. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Newton Abbot via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Dorset to Newton Abbot?

The distance between Dorset and Newton Abbot is 131 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

How do I travel from Dorset to Newton Abbot without a car?

The best way to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Newton Abbot bus from?

Dorset to Newton Abbot bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Newton Abbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Newton Abbot?

The best way to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Dorset to Newton Abbot bus arrive?

Dorset to Newton Abbot bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Newton Abbot train arrive?

Dorset to Newton Abbot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Newton Abbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Newton Abbot is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Dorset to Newton Abbot.

Where can I stay near Newton Abbot?

There are 3001+ hotels available in Newton Abbot.

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Newton Abbot by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 37m
£62–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
7h 30m
£11–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h
£23–43
Drive 72.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Newton Abbotcar 72.6 mi
1h 33m
£18–26

Dorset to Newton Abbot by bus and train

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Newton Abbot, England?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Newton Abbot via Moreton (Dorset), Upwey, and Castle Cary in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Sherborne Road via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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