What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station) is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Paignton (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Paignton (Station). However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Great Western Road via Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Paignton (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Paignton (Station). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Paignton via Bristol Temple Meads and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff and Paignton (Station) is 142 miles. The road distance is 129.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Paignton (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station) without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 27m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paignton (Station) bus from?

Cardiff to Paignton (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paignton (Station) train from?

Cardiff to Paignton (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station) is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 27m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Paignton (Station) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Paignton (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Cardiff to Paignton (Station) train arrive?

Cardiff to Paignton (Station) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Paignton (Station) is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Paignton (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Paignton (Station)?

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Cardiff to Paignton (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Paignton (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 27m
£56–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Great Western Roadbus 501
4h 55m
£21–36
Drive 129 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Paignton (Station)car 129 mi
2h 19m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
3h 49m
£60–108

Cardiff to Paignton (Station) by train

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Paignton (Station), England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Paignton via Bristol Temple Meads and Newton Abbot in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Great Western Road via Bampfylde Street in around 4h 55m.

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