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Exeter to Paignton Bus Schedule
Bus from Exeter to Paignton: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Exeter to Paignton. Traveling by bus from Exeter to Paignton usually takes around one hour and 2 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 53 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 53m |
| Cheapest price | $8.72 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Exeter to Paignton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Exeter to Paignton. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 6 | 1h 2m | $9.78 |
Book National Express from Exeter to Paignton from $9. There are 6 trips per day offered by National Express from Exeter to Paignton and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Paignton. In Exeter, National Express departs to Paignton from 36 Sidwell St . In Paignton, National Express arrives at Great Western Road Bus Stop .
An average trip on National Express from Exeter to Paignton takes 1 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Paignton in 0 hours and 53 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Paignton.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Exeter to Paignton
The bus takes an average of one hour and 2 minutes to cover the 20 miles from Exeter to Paignton. However, the fastest bus only takes 53 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Exeter to Paignton at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Exeter to Paignton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Exeter to Paignton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Exeter to Paignton without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Exeter to Paignton; ticket prices start at $9.98.
City Information
Exeter
Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.
One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior’s extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.
Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.
Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide bus services to the town from various locations across the country.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Exeter?
Main departure station: 36 Sidwell St
Most buses depart from the main station in Exeter.
All bus stations in Exeter:
36 Sidwell St
Where does the bus arrive in Paignton?
Main arrival station: Great Western Road Bus Stop
All buses from Exeter arrive at one main station in Paignton.
All bus stations in Paignton:
Great Western Road Bus Stop
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