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Riviera Line

Cross Country train on the sea wall approaching Dawlish station

Family fun

Scenic views

South West

Riviera Line

Exeter Central – Paignton

Departing from Exeter city centre, the Riviera line follows the Exe Estuary and the coast, offering amazing views right from your train seat.

The Riviera Line journeys through seaside beauty spots like Dawlish and Teignmouth, and onwards to the glorious English Riviera. Here the train stops at Torre (closest for Torquay town centre), Torquay and Paignton. You’ll be on the beach in no time.

Family fun

Torquay’s iconic palm trees, busy harbour and international marina make it a firm favourite for all the family. The long sandy beach at Dawlish is perfect for summer days of swimming, rock pooling or building sandcastles. Head to Paignton and enjoy exploring the impressive Paignton Zoo.

Scenic views

Grab your camera and sit by the window for some epic views from your seat. The most scenic section of the line is beween Starcross and Teignmouth.

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About this line

Route

Exeter Central – Paignton

Journey time

1 hr 10

Cost

Off-peak day return from £8.20

Distance

28 miles | 46 km

This line is supported by:

Devon & Cornwall Rail Partnership

Journey time from …

  • Bristol
  • London
  • Manchester

Stations on this line:

  • Exeter Central
  • Exeter St David's
  • Exeter St Thomas
  • Starcross
  • Dawlish Warren
  • Dawlish
  • Teignmouth
  • Newton Abbot
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