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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Wales is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Wales. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Wales?

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 Wales?

The distance between Paignton and Wales is 143 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Wales without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Paignton to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paignton to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Wales?

The best way to get from Paignton to Wales is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Paignton to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paignton to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Wales?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 25m
£54–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
5h 20m
£20–35
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Cardiffcar 128.3 mi
2h 19m
£32–47
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
£57–111

Paignton to Wales by train

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Distance: 142.2 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Paignton, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Paignton to Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Sophia Gardens via Bampfylde Street in around 5h 20m.

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