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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Paignton is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Paignton is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Paignton station. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Paignton via Castle Cary and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Paignton?

The distance between Dorchester and Paignton is 119 miles. The road distance is 75.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Dorchester to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Paignton bus from?

Dorchester to Paignton bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Paignton?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Paignton is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Dorchester to Paignton bus arrive?

Dorchester to Paignton bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Paignton train arrive?

Dorchester to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Paignton is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Dorchester to Paignton.

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

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Dorchester to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 39m
£53–99
Drive 75 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Paigntoncar 75 mi
1h 33m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
4h 36m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
7h 1m

Dorchester to Paignton by train

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Paignton, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Paignton via Castle Cary and Newton Abbot in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Top O Town to Bus Station via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Coronation Road opp Town Mill, and Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel in around 7h 1m.

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