🚌 Bus from Preston to Newton Abbot
3 direct routes · about 47 min · first bus 05:06, last bus 17:08 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Stagecoach South West | ~47 min | 145 | 05:06 | 17:08 | Shelter (NE-bound) |
| 404 | National Express | ~30 min | 7 | 00:05 | 00:05 | Upper Manor Road (NE-bound) |
| 501 | National Express | ~45 min | 3 | 07:35 | 10:25 | Upper Manor Road (NE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Preston on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Preston to Newton Abbot?
3 routes run directly from Preston to Newton Abbot: the 12 (Stagecoach South West), the 404 (National Express), the 501 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Preston to Newton Abbot?
Around 47 minutes on the 12, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Preston to Newton Abbot?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 12) leaves around 05:06 and the last around 17:08. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Preston to Newton Abbot?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.