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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Paignton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Paignton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Exeter for Paignton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 32 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Exeter to Paignton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Paignton coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX404 | 04:20 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h55 | 05:15 Paignton, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 13:15 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h15 | 14:30 Paignton, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 16:55 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h15 | 18:10 Paignton, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 20:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 1h00 | 21:05 Paignton, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 23:05 Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h53 | 23:58 Paignton, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Paignton
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Buses from Exeter to Paignton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 50m.
Distance 32 km |
Average bus duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Exeter to PaigntonYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Paignton with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Exeter to Paignton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Paignton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paignton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paignton, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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