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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Cardiff is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paignton and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Paignton to Cardiff?

The distance between Paignton and Cardiff is 142 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Paignton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paignton to Cardiff train from?

Paignton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Paignton to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Paignton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Paignton to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Paignton to Cardiff train arrive?

Paignton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Cardiff is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Paignton to Cardiff.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 14m
£55–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
5h 15m
£22–37
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Cardiffcar 128.3 mi
2h 19m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Cardiff Centraltrain Paignton - Cardiff Central
3h 26m
£60–110
Train #2
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 25m
£57–106

Paignton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Paignton, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Paignton to Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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