Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 River Shack (Mill Hill) and Pie Street (26 High St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The White Hart (Dartington Hall) and The Moorhen (The Moorhen Seaton Hall) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Totnes.

When to visit Totnes

Totnes in January
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Totnes in January
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Totnes

Plane

Although Totnes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 39 km from Totnes. Exeter Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Loganair, Blue Islands 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 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Totnes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 276 km from Totnes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Totnes using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Totnes takes 539 km and will cost you around £40. From Coventry, the ticket costs about £51 for a journey of 797 km.

Plane

Although Totnes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 39 km from Totnes. Exeter Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Loganair, Blue Islands 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 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Totnes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 276 km from Totnes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Totnes using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Totnes takes 539 km and will cost you around £40. From Coventry, the ticket costs about £51 for a journey of 797 km.

Airports near Totnes

EXTExeter
BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Totnes

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (621 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,068 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,159 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
AccesRail
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Where to stay in Totnes

Average rates range from around £113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £121 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Totnes

Most booked hotels in Totnes

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The Steam Packet Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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The Sea Trout Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Redcliffe Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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The Watermans Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Mercure Paignton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Royal Seven Stars Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Hiring a car in Totnes

Hiring a car in Totnes costs £48 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Totnes is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Totnes costs £48 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Totnes is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 48% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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