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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Newton Abbot and Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Paignton to Portsmouth?

The distance between Paignton and Portsmouth is 180 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Paignton to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paignton to Portsmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Paignton to Portsmouth is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Paignton to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paignton to Portsmouth train arrive?

Paignton to Portsmouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Portsmouth is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Paignton to Portsmouth.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Westbury (Wilts)train Plymouth - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 8m
£73–141
Drive 148.3 mi
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1. Drive from Paignton to Portsmouthcar 148.3 mi
2h 51m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to University of Portsmouthbus 030
7h 59m
£39–66
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
5h 40m
£62–131

Paignton to Portsmouth by train

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Distance: 178.9 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Portsmouth & Southsea via Newton Abbot and Westbury (Wilts) in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to University of Portsmouth via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 59m.

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