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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Paignton is to bus via Exeter which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Paignton is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Watford High Street and arriving at Paignton via Queen's Park station, London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Watford to Paignton?

The distance between Watford and Paignton is 217 miles. The road distance is 195.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Watford to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Paignton bus from?

Watford to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Paignton?

The best way to get from Watford to Paignton is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Watford to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Paignton is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Watford to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 24m
£97–179
Bus via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
8h 58m
£27–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 501
6h 17m
£32–53
Drive 194.7 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Paigntoncar 194.7 mi
3h 28m
£49–70
Fly, 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 33m
£196–418

Watford to Paignton by train and subway

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Great Western Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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