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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Bideford is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Bideford Quay via Bus Station and Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Paignton to Bideford?

The distance between Paignton and Bideford is 79 miles. The road distance is 60.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Paignton to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Bideford bus from?

Paignton to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Bideford?

The best way to get from Paignton to Bideford is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Paignton to Bideford bus arrive?

Paignton to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Paignton to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Bideford is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Paignton to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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There are 3 ways to get from Paignton to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 21m
£32–62
Drive 59.7 mi
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1. Drive from Paignton to Bidefordcar 59.7 mi
1h 24m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
3. Take the bus from Market Street to Bideford Quaybus 317
5h 32m

Paignton to Bideford by train and bus

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Distance: 78.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Bideford Quay via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and Market Street in around 5h 32m.

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