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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Paignton is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Paignton is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Paignton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exeter Street and arriving at Midvale Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Paignton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Paignton. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Paignton?

The distance between Plymouth and Paignton is 40 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £17 - £35.

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

The train from Plymouth to Paignton takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Paignton bus from?

Plymouth to Paignton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Exeter Street station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Paignton?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Paignton is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Plymouth to Paignton bus arrive?

Plymouth to Paignton bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Midvale Road station.

Where does the Plymouth to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Paignton is 30 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Plymouth to Paignton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Paigntontrain Plymouth - Paignton
1h 2m
£17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter Street to Midvale Roadbus 80
1h 34m
£3–4
Drive 30 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Paigntoncar 30 mi
42 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plymouth to Paigntontaxi 30 mi
42 min
£130–160
Train via Newton Abbot
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Newton Abbottrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
1h 11m
£17–33

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Distance: 39.6 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Paignton once a week. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Exeter Street to Midvale Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 1h 34m.

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