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 The White Hart (Dartington Hall) are great picks.

When to visit Totnes

Totnes in November
Estimated hotel price
£51
1 night at 3-star hotel
Totnes in November
Estimated hotel price
£51
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, Aer Lingus 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 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 587 km and will cost you around £25. From Manchester, the ticket costs about £61 for a journey of 805 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, Aer Lingus 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 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 587 km and will cost you around £25. From Manchester, the ticket costs about £61 for a journey of 805 km.

Airports near Totnes

Airlines serving Totnes

KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,435 reviews)
GOL
Good (687 reviews)
Vueling
Good (813 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (154 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (492 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (97 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (106 reviews)
Corendon Airlines
Okay (12 reviews)
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Where to stay in Totnes

Average rates range from around £97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £104 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)
£119+
The Sea Trout Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£56+
Mercure Paignton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£83+
Redcliffe Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£74+
The Royal Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£111+
Royal Seven Stars Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£67+

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 £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Totnes is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 64% 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 £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Totnes is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.