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Dartmoor Line

Exeter - Okehampton

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With the line reopened after nearly 50 years, visit Dartmoor, the Granite Way and Okehampton itself.

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With the line reopened after nearly 50 years, visit Dartmoor, the Granite Way and Okehampton itself.

Reach Okehampton in just 40 minutes from Exeter. Okehampton station is at the northern tip of Dartmoor National Park, perfectly placed for walks on to the moor (see our recommended routes below).

You can also hire bikes opposite the station and get straight on to the Granite Way with easy cycling all the way to Lydford.

Explore Okehampton

From the station, take the scenic stroll into town through the ornamental gardens of Simmons Park (walk directions).

Okehampton has some great independent shops to explore, not least in the town’s Victorian Arcade, and plenty of good quality eateries.

Explore the Museum of Dartmoor Life, and from April to October take the short walk to Okehampton Castle.

West Mill Tor, Dartmoor

West Mill Tor (caution, this is within Dartmoor military training area – do not enter when red flags flying)

Dartmoor Pony

Go pony spotting (but please don’t feed them)

Couple at the Tors Inn, Belstone

Tors Inn, Belstone

Cycling the Granite Way over Meldon Viaduct

Cycling the Granite Way over Meldon Viaduct

Couple exploring Dartmoor from Belstone

Exploring the moor from Okehampton station

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Walks

Set off on walks right from Okehampton station to explore woods and waterfalls, cosy villages and rugged peaks.

Always follow the National Park’s safety tips when out walking – especially given the proximity of the Dartmoor military training area.

Walks directions and maps:

Yes Tor and High Willhays
The highest point in Southern England

Belstone
Varied walk with woods, pub, tors & more

East Hill
Panoramic views of Devon and Dartmoor

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Walk to Belstone from Okehampton station

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Ride the Granite Way

Hire bikes at Okehampton station and explore the Granite Way, an 11-mile multi-use trail.

The trail crosses the towering Meldon Viaduct with great panoramic views. Stop off and explore the popular Meldon Reservoir. Arrive in Lydford and explore the castle or the National Trust’s Lydford Gorge.

Adventure Okehampton

Adventure Okehampton offers a range of activities for families and groups. Book online for small groups (up to 6 people) or enquire direct for larger groups. Based at the YHA next to the station, they offer bike or minibus transport to activities including:

  • Gorge scrambling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Rock climbing & much ‘moor’

Buying Tickets

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Exeter – Okehampton. Travel outward at any time and return the same day.

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UNDER 5s TRAVEL FREE

Children under the age of 5 travel free and don’t require a ticket.

For advice on taking buggies or prams on the train visit our page about travelling with kids.

5-15 YEAR OLDS GO HALF-PRICE

5 to 15 year olds get 50% off. Over 15s are classed as adults, but can save with the 16-17 Saver or a 16-25 railcard.

It’s also worth checking out the Family & Friends railcard.

SAVINGS FOR SMALL GROUPS

Groups of three to nine people who buy their ticket together get a third off thanks to the Groupsave discount.

On the Dartmoor Line, Groupsave is valid on trains departing after 09 30 on weekdays, and at all times on weekends.

SAVE 1/3 WITH A RAILCARD

Devon and Cornwall Railcard

Live locally? For just £12 a year this card gives Devon and Cornwall residents a third off most Standard Off-Peak tickets for you and a friend when travelling in the two counties. You can also take up to four accompanying children (ages 5-15) on the journey for £1 each.

Find out more and get yours.

National railcards

Whether you want to travel Standard or First Class, national railcards give a third off Anytime, Off-Peak and Advanced fares. Most cost just £30 a year.

Available railcards include:

16-25
26-30
Senior
Two Together
Disabled Persons (£20)
Family & Friends

There is also a 16-17 Saver which offers even better savings.

Ticket Buying Tips

What type of ticket to buy

Anytime Day Return tickets for journeys on the Dartmoor Line can be bought in advance or on the day for the same price.

(For longer distance journeys you can save a lot of money by booking up to 12 weeks in advance).

Where to purchase

Buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website.

Or buy your ticket in person:

Exeter St David’s station
Exeter St David’s station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

Exeter Central station
Exeter Central station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

Okehampton station
Okehampton station has a ticket machine.

If you are boarding at an unstaffed station that does not have ticket buying facilities you can buy your ticket on the train from the Conductor.

You can also buy at other stations on the national rail network that have a ticket machine or ticket office.

Ways to save

Devon & Cornwall Railcard
If you live locally you and a friend can save a third on Off-Peak travel in the two counties. Just £12 a year.
Read more

National railcards
Get a third off many rail journeys nationwide. Most railcards cost £30 a year.
Read more

Groupsave
Groups of 3 to 9 people travelling together get a third off Off-Peak Day Return fares on GWR services.
Read more

Devon Day Ranger
Explore Devon’s rail network for a day. The Ranger covers all routes in Devon, plus the Tamar Valley Line.
£16 Adult | £8 Child (5-15).
Read more

Child fares
Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket. 5-15 year olds are half price.

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Ticket Buying Tips

Ticket Buying Tips

What type of ticket to buy

Anytime Day Return tickets for journeys on the Dartmoor Line can be bought in advance or on the day for the same price.

(For longer distance journeys you can save a lot of money by booking up to 12 weeks in advance).

Where to purchase

Buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website.

Or buy your ticket in person:

Exeter St David’s station
Exeter St David’s station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

Exeter Central station
Exeter Central station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

Okehampton station
Okehampton station has a ticket machine.

If you are boarding at an unstaffed station that does not have ticket buying facilities you can buy your ticket on the train from the Conductor.

You can also buy at other stations on the national rail network that have a ticket machine or ticket office.

Ways to save

Devon & Cornwall Railcard
If you live locally you and a friend can save a third on Off-Peak travel in the two counties. Just £12 a year.
Read more

National railcards
Get a third off many rail journeys nationwide. Most railcards cost £30 a year.
Read more

Groupsave
Groups of 3 to 9 people travelling together get a third off Off-Peak Day Return fares on GWR services.
Read more

Devon Day Ranger
Explore Devon’s rail network for a day. The Ranger covers all routes in Devon, plus the Tamar Valley Line.
£16 Adult | £8 Child (5-15).
Read more

Child fares
Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket. 5-15 year olds are half price.

Tickets

Ticket Buying Tips

What type of ticket to buy

Anytime Day Return tickets for journeys on the Dartmoor Line can be bought in advance or on the day for the same price.

(For longer distance journeys you can save a lot of money by booking up to 12 weeks in advance).

Where to purchase

Buy your ticket online on the GWR app or website.

Or buy your ticket in person:

Exeter St David’s station
Exeter St David’s station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

Exeter Central station
Exeter Central station has a ticket office (opening times) and ticket machine. You must buy your ticket before you board.

Okehampton station
Okehampton station has a ticket machine.

If you are boarding at an unstaffed station that does not have ticket buying facilities you can buy your ticket on the train from the Conductor.

You can also buy at other stations on the national rail network that have a ticket machine or ticket office.

Ways to save

Devon & Cornwall Railcard
If you live locally you and a friend can save a third on Off-Peak travel in the two counties. Just £12 a year.
Read more

National railcards
Get a third off many rail journeys nationwide. Most railcards cost £30 a year.
Read more

Groupsave
Groups of 3 to 9 people travelling together get a third off Off-Peak Day Return fares on GWR services.
Read more

Devon Day Ranger
Explore Devon’s rail network for a day. The Ranger covers all routes in Devon, plus the Tamar Valley Line.
£16 Adult | £8 Child (5-15).
Read more

Child fares
Under 5s travel free and do not require a ticket. 5-15 year olds are half price.

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