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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Paignton is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Paignton is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Paignton station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bus Station via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Paignton via Castle Cary and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Dorset to Paignton?

The distance between Dorset and Paignton is 94 miles. The road distance is 80.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Paignton without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Dorset to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Paignton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Paignton?

The best way to get from Dorset to Paignton is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 80 bus, which costs and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Dorset to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Paignton is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Dorset to Paignton.

Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2884+ hotels available in Paignton.

Dorset to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 80 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Station 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
5h 4m
Drive 80.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Paigntoncar 80.1 mi
1h 39m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 35m
£56–110
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
5. Take the bus from Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel to Bus Stationbus 80
7h 33m

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Distance: 93 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Paignton via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bus Station via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Coronation Road opp Town Mill, and Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel in around 7h 33m.

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