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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Margate is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Margate is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Margate. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Margate. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Margate via Newton Abbot, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Paignton to Margate?

The distance between Paignton and Margate is 296 miles. The road distance is 268 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Margate without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Paignton to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paignton to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Margate?

The best way to get from Paignton to Margate is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Paignton to Margate bus arrive?

Paignton to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Paignton to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Margate is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Paignton to Margate.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 7 ways to get from Paignton to Margate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
5h 19m
£136–263
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
10h 20m
£55–133
Drive 266.4 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Margatecar 266.4 mi
4h 34m
£65–94
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain
8h 6m
£276–574
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain
7h 26m
£113–251
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain
8h 21m
£231–527
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain
8h 52m
£147–356

Paignton to Margate by train and subway

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.9 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Margate via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 20m.

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