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 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 33m.

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 33m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Poole to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Paignton train from?

Poole to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Where does the Poole to Paignton train arrive?

Poole to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, 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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Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2651+ hotels available in Paignton.

Poole to Paignton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 12 bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 33m
£76–146
Drive 97.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Paigntoncar 97.9 mi
2h
£24–35
Train, bus, line 12 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 bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
6. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Hyde Roadbus 12
8h 41m
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
5h 50m

Poole to Paignton by train

58Weekly Trains

5h 33mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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 33m.

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