Totnes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Totnes

With a population of 8,106, Totnes is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Totnes to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Totnes

If you’re looking for affordable options, The White Hart (Dartington Hall) and The Moorhen (The Moorhen Seaton Hall) are great picks.

When to visit Totnes

Totnes in November
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Totnes in November
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Totnes

Plane

Although Totnes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cornwall Newquay (NQY), which is located 58 miles from Totnes. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Totnes departs from London and takes around 4h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Totnes, followed by Great Western Railway. The train station in Totnes is called Totnes, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Totnes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 171 miles from Totnes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Totnes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Totnes takes 275 miles and will cost you around £66. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £60 for a journey of 350 miles.

Plane

Although Totnes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cornwall Newquay (NQY), which is located 58 miles from Totnes. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Totnes departs from London and takes around 4h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Totnes, followed by Great Western Railway. The train station in Totnes is called Totnes, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Totnes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 171 miles from Totnes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Totnes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Totnes takes 275 miles and will cost you around £66. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £60 for a journey of 350 miles.

Airports near Totnes

Airlines serving Totnes

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,469 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,603 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,444 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,455 reviews)
GOL
Good (685 reviews)
Vueling
Good (814 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (514 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (492 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (153 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (97 reviews)
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Where to stay in Totnes

Average rates range from around £95 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £101 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Totnes

Most booked hotels in Totnes

The Steam Packet Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£107+
The Sea Trout Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£54+
Mercure Paignton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£71+
Redcliffe Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£74+
The Royal Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£123+
Royal Seven Stars Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+

Hiring a car in Totnes

Hiring a car in Totnes costs £43 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Totnes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.82. The most frequently booked car type in Totnes is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Totnes costs £43 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Totnes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.82. The most frequently booked car type in Totnes is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.