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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Paignton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Great Western Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Paignton via Bristol Temple Meads and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Paignton?

The distance between Cardiff and Paignton is 142 miles. The road distance is 129.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paignton without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 18m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paignton bus from?

Cardiff to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Paignton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paignton is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 18m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h.

Where does the Cardiff to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Paignton train arrive?

Cardiff to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Paignton is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Paignton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Paignton?

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Cardiff to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 18m
£29–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 102
5h
£25–59
Drive 128.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Paigntoncar 128.8 mi
2h 19m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
3h 49m
£50–84

Cardiff to Paignton by train

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Paignton.

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Paignton via Bristol Temple Meads and Newton Abbot in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Great Western Road via Bus Station in around 5h.

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