leaflet promoting travel from Newcourt station
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leaflet promoting travel from Newcourt station
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Barnstaple Chapelton Umberleigh Portsmouth Arms Kings Nympton Eggesford Lapford Morchard Road Copplestone am Welcome to Newcourt, your gateway to the national rail network. t B oT Lo irm aun nd ing to on ha n, Pa m Bris dd an to ing d l to n Devon Rail Network DEVON’S RAIL NETWORK The Avocet Line Rail Users Group (ALRUG) represents users of the Exmouth to Exeter Line (the Avocet Line), presses for action to improve rail services on the line, and is a forum for local rail users. To find out more, visit www.avocetline.org.uk or see the information on our station boards. All information is supplied in good faith. Prices and other details are correct at time of publication (July 2015) but are subject to change. No responsibility can be accepted for any changes, errors or omissions. Published by the Devon & Cornwall Rail Partnership, School of Geography, Plymouth University, PL4 8AA. Tel: 01752 584777 Email: [email protected] Your guide to taking the train Find out times and prices ONLINE BY PHONE TIMETABLE Get times & prices for your journey at www.gwr.com. Call National Rail Enquiries on 03457 484950. Pick up a pocket timetable at staffed stations. Travelling for leisure CHILDREN’S DISCOUNTS Under 5 year-olds travel free, 5-15 year-olds half price. 1/3 OFF FOR GROUPS Groups of 3 to 9 people get a third off with a GroupSave ticket on off peak GWR trains. Buy on the train from Newcourt, or from ticket offices at other stations. How to buy tickets Travelling for work, school and college Please buy your ticket from the machine at Newcourt station before boarding the train. The machine takes cards and cash (including notes) and gives change. Why not try commuting by train from Newcourt? Regular passengers can make substantial savings by taking advantage of season tickets and carnets. A few tickets, such as GroupSave and Ranger tickets, are not available from the machine. In these cases, just board the train and buy your ticket from the Conductor. Remember, if travelling before 9am (Mon-Fri) without a season ticket, you’ll need to pay the peak fare (see below). For longer trips (e.g. Bristol, London), you can save a lot of money by buying your ticket up to 12 weeks in advance. Buy online or at a staffed station. Tickets bought online can be collected from the machine at Newcourt station. DEVON DAY RANGER & EVENING RANGER With this day ticket, explore all rail routes in Devon, plus the Tamar Valley Line, for just £10 (£5 for child). Valid after 09:00 on weekdays and any time on weekends and Bank Holidays. The Evening Ranger is valid after 18:00 seven days a week, and costs £5 per adult, £2.50 per child. DEVON & CORNWALL RAILCARD For just £10 per 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. Buy at staffed stations (proof of residency and ID required). Newcourt station Liberty Way Exeter EX2 7AS SEASON TICKETS Season tickets are available for one week, one month or any period up to a year. To look up prices, search online for ‘National Rail Enquiries season ticket calculator’ or call 03457 484950. Buy your season ticket at a staffed station – take along a recent passport-sized photo. Once you have a photocard, weekly tickets can then be bought from the ticket machine. Newcourt to: Weekly Peak day return fare season ticket Monthly season ticket Exeter Central £3.30 £13.90 £53.40 Exmouth £4.10 £18.10 £69.60 DOGS AND BIKES GO FREE You can take up to two dogs (on leads) free of charge on the train. Two bikes are allowed on the train (again free) on a first come, first served basis. More may be permitted at the Conductor’s discretion if the train is quiet. Find out more: www.greatscenicrailways.com CARNETS At staffed stations you can buy 10 peak time return tickets for the price of 9 for journeys including Newcourt to Exeter Central, Exeter St Davids, Digby & Sowton or Plymouth. Tickets are valid for one month. © Ed Webster © Ruth Semple NEWCOURT TO T DIREC EXETER With great shopping and a thriving arts scene, Exeter is one of the liveliest cities in the South West. Attractions include John Lewis and other major retailers, the historic quayside, and tours of the city’s medieval underground passageways. NEWCOURT TO EXMOUTH T DIREC The oldest seaside town in Devon, Exmouth is home to two miles of glorious sandy beach. Explore the Exe Estuary Trail cycle path, walk part of the South West Coast Path or follow the Heritage Trail through the town. On a rainy day, explore the award winning indoor market or the town’s great restaurants. NEWCOURT TO TEIGNMOUTH T DIREC Teignmouth has all the ingredients of a traditional British resort, including a long beach and grand pier. Relax with a paddle in the shallow sea, feel the soft sand between your toes, and enjoy some wonderful food – with fresh, locally-caught fish a must-try on many award winning menus in the town. Exeter Central station is conveniently located right in the heart of the city, within a short walk of the Princesshay shopping centre and the city’s magnificent cathedral. Both the beach and Exmouth’s pedestrianised town centre are an easy, short walk from the station. £2.90 10 min £2.90 17 min £4.70 50 min Off peak day return Average journey time Off peak day return Average journey time Off peak day return Average journey time Valid after 9am Mon-Fri or any time at weekends (£3.30 before 9am Mon-Fri) There are regular direct trains to Exeter, leaving half hourly during the day. Look up times online or call 03457 48 49 50. Valid after 9am Mon-Fri or any time at weekends (£4.10 before 9am Mon-Fri) There are regular direct trains to Exmouth, leaving half hourly during the day. Look up times online or call 03457 48 49 50. The town’s maze of backstreets offer a treasure trove of independent shops, galleries and inns. Valid after 9am Mon-Fri or any time at weekends (£10.20 before 9am Mon-Fri) There are regular direct trains to Teignmouth, leaving hourly during the day. Look up times online or call 03457 48 49 50. © Shaun Dunphy NEWCOURT TO NEWCOURT TO PLYMOUTH TORQUAY From the big brands of the Drake Circus shopping centre, to the charms of the Elizabethan Barbican, Plymouth makes a great day out. Take a stroll and soak up the history of the Hoe (pictured), or take a dip in the iconic Tinside Lido. Explore the National Marine Aquarium or take a tour of the Plymouth Gin Distillery. The station is a short walk from the city centre. Torquay’s iconic palm trees, busy harbour and international marina make it a firm favourite for all the family. Enjoy long leisurely walks along the pier and promenade, or meander the South West Coastal Path for majestic views. Meet the seals, penguins and otters at Living Coasts, take a sightseeing boat trip around the bay, and discover Torre Abbey and its years of history. Enjoy a scenic journey on the Tarka Line to Barnstaple. With its Pannier Market, Green Lanes shopping centre and independent shops, the town centre is just a few minutes’ walk from the station. Alternatively, hire a bike at the station (discounts available for rail users) and try the Tarka Trail - find out more at tarkabikes.co.uk. £9.90 1hr 35 £7.30 1hr 10 £10 1hr 30 Off peak day return Average journey time Off peak day return Average journey time Off peak day return Average journey time Valid after 9am Mon-Fri or any time at weekends (£19.70 before 9am Mon-Fri) There are regular trains to Plymouth (change at Exeter St Davids), leaving half hourly during the day. Look up times online or call 03457 48 49 50. Valid after 9am Mon-Fri or any time at weekends (£15.20 before 9am Mon-Fri) T DIREC There are regular direct trains to Torquay, leaving hourly during the day. Look up times online or call 03457 48 49 50. NEWCOURT TO BARNSTAPLE Valid after 9am Mon-Fri or any time at weekends (£16.60 before 9am Mon-Fri) Look up train times for all of these daytrips plus journeys to Cornwall, Bristol and London at www.gwr.com or call National Rail Enquiries on 03457 48 49 50 T DIREC There are regular direct trains to Barnstaple, leaving hourly during the day. Look up times online or call 03457 48 49 50.