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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Paignton is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Paignton via Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Stroud to Paignton?

The distance between Stroud and Paignton is 170 miles. The road distance is 125.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Paignton without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 54m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Stroud to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Paignton train from?

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

Where does the Stroud to Paignton train arrive?

Stroud to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Paignton is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Stroud to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Stroud to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 64 bus

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 54m
£72–142
Drive 125.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stroud to Paigntoncar 125.2 mi
2h 11m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 9m
£81–132
Line 64 bus, train, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrivalbus 64 / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Hyde Roadbus 12
5h 14m
£62–122

Stroud to Paignton by train

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Paignton via Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newton Abbot in around 3h 54m.

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