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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Paignton is to bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Paignton is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Paignton station. However, there are services departing from Lower Summerlands and arriving at Bus Station via Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Paignton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Paignton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Exeter to Paignton?

The distance between Exeter and Paignton is 28 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £24.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Paignton bus from?

Exeter to Paignton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Lower Summerlands station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Paignton train from?

Exeter to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Paignton?

The best way to get from Exeter to Paignton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Paignton bus arrive?

Exeter to Paignton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Coronation Road opp Town Mill station.

Where does the Exeter to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Paignton is 25 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Exeter to Paignton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
54 min
£12–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Summerlands to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
1h 50m
£5–7
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Paigntoncar 24.5 mi
30 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Paigntontaxi 24.5 mi
30 min
£140–170

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Distance: 28 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 54 min. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Lower Summerlands to Coronation Road opp Town Mill hourly. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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