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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Paignton is to bus which costs £24 - £85 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Paignton station. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station and Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Paignton via Bristol Parkway and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Swansea to Paignton?

The distance between Swansea and Paignton is 189 miles. The road distance is 166.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Swansea to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Paignton bus from?

Swansea to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Paignton?

The best way to get from Swansea to Paignton is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £85 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Swansea to Paignton bus arrive?

Swansea to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Paignton is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Swansea to Paignton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 34m
£94–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
8h 15m
£24–81
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Paigntoncar 165.6 mi
2h 55m
£41–59
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 56m
£80–163

Swansea to Paignton by train

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.6 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Paignton, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Paignton via Bristol Parkway and Newton Abbot in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, Bus Station, Coronation Road opp Town Mill, and Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel in around 8h 15m.

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