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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Paignton is to bus via Mendip which costs £22 - £40 and takes 9h 20m.

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 bus between Stroud and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Great Western Road via Transport Hub, Arle Court Tpt Hub and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

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 4h.

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 4h and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Stroud to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Paignton bus from?

Stroud to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

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.

Train or bus from Stroud to Paignton?

The best way to get from Stroud to Paignton is to train via Bristol which takes 4h and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Stroud to Paignton bus arrive?

Stroud to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street 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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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 / ...
4h
£70–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Great Western Roadbus 501
7h 59m
£21–47
Drive 125.2 mi
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 12m
£71–110
Bus via Mendip
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G9
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bampfylde Streetbus G5
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
9h 20m
£22–38

Stroud to Paignton by train

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 4h

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 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Great Western Road via Transport Hub, Arle Court Tpt Hub, and Bampfylde Street in around 7h 59m.

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