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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Paignton is to bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Paignton is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Leicester to Paignton?

The distance between Leicester and Paignton is 233 miles. The road distance is 208.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Leicester to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Paignton bus from?

Leicester to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Paignton train from?

Leicester to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Paignton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Paignton is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Leicester to Paignton bus arrive?

Leicester to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Paignton train arrive?

Leicester to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Paignton is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Leicester to Paignton.

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

Book your Leicester to Paignton train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Paignton?

Book your Leicester to Paignton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2831+ hotels available in Paignton.

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

How to get fromLeicester to Paignton

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 14m
£119–176
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087
2. Take the train from St James Park (Devon) to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton
7h 56m
£34–59
Drive 207.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Paigntoncar 207.3 mi
3h 41m
£51–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 501
8h 35m
£56–141

Leicester to Paignton by train

109Weekly Trains

5h 14mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leicester to Paignton.

Launch map view

Distance: 231.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 35m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.