Ferries & Trains in Dartmouth

Dartmouth is reached by road, bus, or — memorably — by the passenger ferries that cross the River Dart from Kingswear, which itself has its own train station on the scenic Paignton to Kingswear steam railway line, a popular way to arrive. Bus services also connect Dartmouth to the wider South Hams area and beyond.

Parking in Dartmouth's steep, historic streets can be limited, and several visitors choose to park in Kingswear and take the ferry across rather than navigate the town's narrow lanes by car. Taxis are available locally, and the town's embankment is also a hub for river cruises and boat trips heading up towards Totnes.

Every listing comes from Mapzest's directory of real local businesses, many of which manage their own profile directly, so timetable and service details reflect current information. Whether you're crossing by ferry from Kingswear, arriving via the steam railway, or driving in and looking for parking, Dartmouth's travel options reflect its position on one of Devon's most scenic estuaries.

Timetables for buses, ferries and trains serving Dartmouth can vary by season, running less frequently outside the busy summer months, so it’s worth checking a specific listing’s current schedule rather than assuming a fixed year-round timetable. Booking parking or travel in advance is generally more useful during peak visiting periods than at quieter times of year.

Because these listings come from the operators themselves where they maintain a profile, checking a specific bus, ferry or train listing above is more reliable than relying on a general search for getting around Dartmouth and the wider the South Hams area.