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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Paignton is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Paignton is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £85 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Great Western Road via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Paignton via Stratford, London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Colchester to Paignton?

The distance between Colchester and Paignton is 258 miles. The road distance is 250.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £85 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Colchester to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Paignton bus from?

Colchester to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Paignton train from?

Colchester to Paignton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Paignton?

The best way to get from Colchester to Paignton is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £85 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Colchester to Paignton bus arrive?

Colchester to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Paignton train arrive?

Colchester to Paignton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Paignton is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Colchester to Paignton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

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Colchester to Paignton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Paignton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 45m
£86–279
Train via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 31m
£44–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 404 / ...
9h 5m
£51–113
Drive 249 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Paigntoncar 249 mi
4h 59m
£62–89
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 49m
£172–502

Colchester to Paignton by train

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Distance: 256.3 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Paignton via Stratford, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Great Western Road via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 5m.

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