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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Paignton is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Paignton is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Paignton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Paignton. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Bristol to Paignton?

The distance between Bristol and Paignton is 105 miles. The road distance is 97.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £45 - £90.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Paignton takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Paignton train from?

Bristol to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bristol to Paignton train arrive?

Bristol to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Paignton station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Paignton is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Bristol to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2885+ hotels available in Paignton.

Bristol to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Paignton by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Paigntontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
1h 54m
£45–90
Drive 96.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bristol to Paigntoncar 96.8 mi
1h 49m
£24–34
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
2h 17m
£46–88
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Hyde Roadbus 12
2h 25m
£45–85

Bristol to Paignton by train

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Distance: 104.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Paignton 3 times a day. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route once a week.

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