What is the cheapest way to get from Bideford to Paignton?

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Paignton is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bideford to Paignton?

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Paignton is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Great Western Road via Bus Station and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Paignton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Bideford to Paignton?

The distance between Bideford and Paignton is 76 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bideford to Paignton without a car?

The best way to get from Bideford to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Bideford to Paignton?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Bideford to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Paignton bus from?

Bideford to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Paignton train from?

Bideford to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Bideford to Paignton?

The best way to get from Bideford to Paignton is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Bideford to Paignton bus arrive?

Bideford to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bideford to Paignton train arrive?

Bideford to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Paignton is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Bideford to Paignton.

How do I get a train ticket from Bideford to Paignton?

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There are 3 ways to get from Bideford to Paignton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
3h 24m
£31–62
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Great Western Roadbus 501
4h 25m
£15–36
Drive 59.6 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Paigntoncar 59.6 mi
1h 25m
£15–22

Bideford to Paignton by bus and train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.6 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Bideford, England and Paignton, England?

You can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Paignton via Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Great Western Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bampfylde Street in around 4h 25m.

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