What is the cheapest way to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton station to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Travel Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Southend-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Southend Victoria via Newton Abbot, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

The distance between Paignton and Southend-on-Sea is 248 miles. The road distance is 234.6 miles.

How do I travel from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £110 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Southend-on-Sea bus from?

Paignton to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Southend-on-Sea train from?

Paignton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Paignton to Southend-on-Sea bus arrive?

Paignton to Southend-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Paignton to Southend-on-Sea train arrive?

Paignton to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Southend-on-Sea is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea?

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Paignton to Southend-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea 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 Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria
4h 49m
£113–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 41m
£48–118
Drive 233.3 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Southend-on-Seacar 233.3 mi
4h 44m
£57–82
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 West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
7h 5m
£248–503
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from West Ham to Southend Centraltrain
6h 12m
£101–234
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 Bridgetrain
4. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Southend Centraltrain
7h 40m
£120–259
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 Stratford (London) to Southend Victoriatrain
7h 59m
£209–467

Paignton to Southend-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 246.2 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Paignton, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Paignton to Southend Victoria via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paignton to Travel Centre via Newton Abbot, Rail Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 41m.

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