Edinburgh to Newton Abbot by train

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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot

Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:02 View journey
Last train 15:08 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 7hr 50m View journey
Distance (km) 604
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey US$184.50 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 11m
Train operators 1

Edinburgh to Newton Abbot train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot take around 7 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 604 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  06:06. The last departure is usually at around 15:08. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$184.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Newton Abbot, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Newton Abbot.

Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot?

Yes, there is a direct train from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot.

How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Newton Abbot?

The Edinburgh to Newton Abbot train travel takes about 7 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Newton Abbot train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Newton Abbot leaving Edinburgh at around 06:06 and the last train leaving at around 15:08. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.