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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Paignton is to train which costs £28 - £85 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Paignton via Reading and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Paignton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Paignton is 181 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Paignton without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 34m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Basingstoke to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Paignton train from?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Paignton is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Basingstoke to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Paignton.

Basingstoke to Paignton - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Paignton by train or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newton AbbotLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 34m
£70–130
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to PaigntonExmouth - Paignton / ...
3h 54m
£29–85
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Paignton144.8 mi
2h 35m
£36–52

Basingstoke to Paignton by train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.2 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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