GWR train passing over viaduct with blue sky in background along the Atlantic Coast Line to Newquay by train

Family fun

Outdoors and nature

Scenic views

Atlantic Coast Line

Par – Newquay

Take the train to the coast and experience Newquay, one of Britain’s top seaside destinations.

When you arrive by train you’re straight into the action, grab your picnic and get ready to spend the day relaxing on the golden beaches, listening to the waves and watching the surfers.

Scenic views

As you approach Newquay you’ll travel through the picturesque Luxulyan Valley and across the Goss Moor before you finally glimpse the Atlantic Ocean.

Outdoors & nature

The nearest beach to the station is Great Western Beach, only a 5 minute walk. The beach is dog friendly and includes secluded coves to explore. Fistral beach is a slightly longer walk (1.4 miles from the station) but is well worth a visit and is a world-famous surfing beach.

Family fun

Take a 10 minute walk from Newquay station and you’ll come across Towan beach which is ideal for families as it has smaller waves, plenty of little rockpools and is right next to the Blue Reef Aquarium which is a fascinating attraction for all ages.

Newquay harbour with blue sky

Newquay

About this line

Route

Par – Newquay

Journey time

55 mins

Cost

Off-peak day single from £6.40

Distance

21 miles | 33 km

Stations on this line:

  • Par
  • Luxulyan
  • Bugle
  • Roche
  • St Columb Road
  • Quintrell Downs
  • Newquay

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