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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Paignton is to bus via Plymouth which costs £7 - £12 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Paignton is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Bowling Green Turn and arriving at Great Western Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Luxulyan and arriving at Paignton via Par and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Paignton?

The distance between Cornwall and Paignton is 78 miles. The road distance is 62.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cornwall to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Paignton bus from?

Cornwall to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Paignton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cornwall to Paignton?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Paignton is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Cornwall to Paignton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cornwall to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cornwall to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Paignton is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Cornwall to Paignton.

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2721+ hotels available in Paignton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Newton Abbottrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 57m
£34–65
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Joyita to Lloyds Bankbus Sa2
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Royal Paradebus 11
3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus 80
4h 44m
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 404
3h 31m
£14–38
Drive 61.8 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Paigntoncar 61.8 mi
1h 22m
£16–22

Cornwall to Paignton by train

72Weekly Trains

2h 57mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Par to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Great Western Road once daily. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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