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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Paignton is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Paignton is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Preston to Paignton?

The distance between Preston and Paignton is 297 miles. The road distance is 282.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Paignton without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Preston to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Paignton train from?

Preston to Paignton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Paignton train arrive?

Preston to Paignton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Paignton is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Preston to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2832+ hotels available in Paignton.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 5m
£135–207
Drive 281.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Paigntoncar 281.2 mi
4h 38m
£70–100
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 23m
£104–245
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Paigntontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 45m
£151–231
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
9h 43m
£138–260

Preston to Paignton by train

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Distance: 295.3 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot in around 6h 5m.

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