To get to Dawlish by car, from Exeter take the M5 southbound and exit at junction 30. Then take the A379 towards Dawlish and follow the signs for the town. From Plymouth, take the A38 to the Exeter junction and then follow the directions above.
If you prefer to travel by train, you can take the South West Trains or Great Western Railway from Exeter or Plymouth to Dawlish station. The station is located in the center of the town, so it's easy to get around from there.
For those coming from nearby landmarks, you can take the A379 from Teignmouth or the A381 from Newton Abbot. From Torquay, take the A379 and follow the signs for Dawlish.
No matter how you decide to travel, be sure to take in the scenic views of the seaside town of Dawlish as you arrive.
The closest airport to Dawlish is Exeter International Airport which is approximately 13 miles away. The quickest and easiest route is to take the M5 southbound and then follow signs for the airport. Alternatively, there are bus and train services available from the airport to Dawlish.