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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Paignton is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Paignton via Westbury (Wilts) and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Southampton to Paignton?

The distance between Southampton and Paignton is 155 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Paignton without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 4h 7m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Southampton to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Paignton bus from?

Southampton to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Paignton?

The best way to get from Southampton to Paignton is to train via Westbury which takes 4h 7m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Southampton to Paignton bus arrive?

Southampton to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Paignton is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Southampton to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Southampton to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Paignton by train, bus, or car

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 7m
£64–126
Drive 126.7 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Paigntoncar 126.7 mi
2h 37m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 501
7h 30m
£48–116
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
4h 29m
£57–124

Southampton to Paignton by train

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Paignton via Westbury (Wilts) and Newton Abbot in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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