Travelling from Leicester to Newton Abbot by train

Considering a train trip from Leicester to Newton Abbot? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Leicester and Newton Abbot

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £75.22, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Leicester and Newton Abbot

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 60 trains make this journey of 290 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Leicester is at 04:45 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:55.

During the weekend, 07:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:19 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 8 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Leicester and Newton Abbot

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 50 minutes, covering a total of 290 kilometres.

When do tickets between Leicester and Newton Abbot go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Leicester and Newton Abbot 4 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Leicester to Newton Abbot

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Newton Abbot city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Leicester and Newton Abbot by train?

The train journey from Leicester to Newton Abbot covers 290 kilometres in total.

What is the Leicester to Newton Abbot train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £75.22. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Leicester to Newton Abbot?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Leicester to Newton Abbot by train?

The fastest journey time is 3 hours and 50 minutes.