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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Paignton is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Paignton?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Paignton via Upwey, Castle Cary and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Poole to Paignton?

The distance between Poole and Paignton is 150 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Poole to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Paignton bus from?

Poole to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Paignton train from?

Poole to Paignton train services, operated by South West Trains, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Paignton?

The best way to get from Poole to Paignton is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Poole to Paignton bus arrive?

Poole to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Paignton train arrive?

Poole to Paignton train services, operated by South West Trains, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Paignton is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Poole to Paignton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 1961+ hotels available in Paignton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain
5h 31m
Drive 97.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Paigntoncar 97.9 mi
2h
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Great Western Roadbus 501
8h 40m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 10m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Poole to Paignton.

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Distance: 149 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Paignton via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Great Western Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 40m.

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