What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton is to bus via Exeter which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / York Road and arriving at Great Western Road via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Paignton via London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Paignton is 205 miles. The road distance is 193.4 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Paignton without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Paignton bus from?

Waterloo Station to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Paignton train from?

Waterloo Station to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Paignton bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Great Western Road station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Paignton train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newton Abbot station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Paignton is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Waterloo Station to Paignton.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Paignton?

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Waterloo Station to Paignton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Paignton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 51m
£91–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Great Western Roadbus 501
7h 29m
£35–96
Drive 192.2 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Paigntoncar 192.2 mi
3h 40m
£47–68
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 20m
£187–420
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
4h 36m
£85–182
Bus via Exeter
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
9h 12m
£36–81
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 15m
£113–245
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 33m
£241–505

Waterloo Station to Paignton by subway and train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Paignton, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Great Western Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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