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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Edinburgh is to train and fly which costs £90 - £210 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 5h and costs £100 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Paignton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Paignton and Edinburgh is 404 miles. The road distance is 463.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 9h 19m and costs £280 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Paignton to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Edinburgh train from?

Paignton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Paignton to Edinburgh train arrive?

Paignton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Edinburgh is 463 miles. It takes approximately 7h 51m to drive from Paignton to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Paignton to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Paignton to Edinburgh by train, plane, or car

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Train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
5h
£106–239
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 30m
£86–237
Train
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 19m
£284–407
Drive 460.4 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Edinburghcar 460.4 mi
7h 51m
£114–164
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 29m
£91–205
Train to Exeter, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 1m
£138–318
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Paignton to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
10h 51m
£179–368

Paignton to Edinburgh by train

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9h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 401.9 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Paignton, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £280–400 and the journey takes 8h 4m.

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