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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Swansea is to bus which costs £22 - £90 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Exeter and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Swansea via Newton Abbot and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Paignton to Swansea?

The distance between Paignton and Swansea is 189 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Paignton to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paignton to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Swansea?

The best way to get from Paignton to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £90 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Paignton to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paignton to Swansea train arrive?

Paignton to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Swansea is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Paignton to Swansea.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Paignton to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 30m
£84–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
7h 34m
£22–87
Drive 164.6 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Swanseacar 164.6 mi
2h 54m
£41–60
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
5h 32m
£80–157
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
6h 27m
£67–125

Paignton to Swansea by train

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Swansea via Newton Abbot and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Exeter and Bus Station in around 7h 34m.

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