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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Tenby is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Tenby is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Tenby?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Upper Park Road via Bampfylde Street and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Tenby?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Tenby via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Paignton to Tenby?

The distance between Paignton and Tenby is 250 miles. The road distance is 216.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Tenby without a car is to train via Swansea which takes 7h 7m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Paignton to Tenby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Tenby bus from?

Paignton to Tenby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Tenby train from?

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

Train or bus from Paignton to Tenby?

The best way to get from Paignton to Tenby is to train via Swansea which takes 7h 7m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Paignton to Tenby bus arrive?

Paignton to Tenby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Paignton to Tenby train arrive?

Paignton to Tenby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Tenby?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Tenby is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Paignton to Tenby.

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

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Where can I stay near Tenby?

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

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Train via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Tenbytrain
7h 7m
£93–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Upper Park Roadbus 112 / ...
9h 5m
£34–58
Drive 215.1 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Tenbycar 215.1 mi
3h 51m
£54–77
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tenbytrain
8h 14m
£92–171

Paignton to Tenby by train

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Distance: 248.6 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Tenby via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Upper Park Road via Bampfylde Street and Sophia Gardens in around 9h 5m.

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