What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Paignton?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Paignton is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Paignton?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Paignton is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Hill station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill Station /London Rd and arriving at Hyde Road via Victoria Station, London Victoria and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Hill to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill and arriving at Paignton via London Bridge, Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Paignton?

The distance between Forest Hill and Paignton is 212 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Paignton without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Paignton?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Forest Hill to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Paignton bus from?

Forest Hill to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Paignton train from?

Forest Hill to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Forest Hill to Paignton?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Paignton is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £140 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Forest Hill to Paignton bus arrive?

Forest Hill to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Forest Hill to Paignton train arrive?

Forest Hill to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newton Abbot station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Paignton is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Forest Hill to Paignton.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Hill to Paignton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Forest Hill to Paignton?

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Forest Hill to Paignton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Forest Hill to Paignton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 23m
£94–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Stationbus 501
8h 28m
£40–131
Drive 194.9 mi
1. Drive from Forest Hill to Paigntoncar 194.9 mi
3h 55m
£47–68
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 23m
£115–230
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
5h 54m
£86–192
Bus via Exeter
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
10h 6m
£41–141
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 2m
£191–411
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 48m
£233–494

Forest Hill to Paignton by train

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Distance: 211.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Forest Hill, Greater London, England and Paignton, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Rail Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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