Horley to Paignton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Horley to Paignton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£59

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£59

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

5 h 57 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

6 h 50 m

Buses on 12 Sept

4

Distance

253 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Horley to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Horley to Paignton will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.

Fast coaches

To travel from Horley to Paignton you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Metrobus
    6:037h27
    Horley
    13:30Paignton
    £591One-way
    2 changes
  • Metrobus
    14:016h34
    Horley
    20:35Paignton
    £591One-way
    2 changes
  • Metrobus
    18:015h57
    Horley
    23:58Paignton
    £591One-way
    2 changes
  • Metrobus
    6:087h22
    Horley
    13:30Paignton
    £601One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Horley to Paignton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Horley to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £191.

Distance: 253 km

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Coach
Train
Driving

£59

Average Price

Cheapest

£191

Average Price

£54

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 20m

Average total duration

6h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Paignton is a coach with an average price of £59.

This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Paignton:

A coach is £133 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Paignton costing on average £191.

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Paignton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Paignton take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Paignton including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.79. The journey takes 6h 50m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Horley to Paignton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Paignton coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Metrobus6:03 Horley
7h27
13:30 Paignton2 changes
Metrobus6:08 Horley
7h22
13:30 Paignton3 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Horley to Paignton coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Metrobus offer coaches services from Horley to Paignton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Horley to Paignton.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Paignton.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Horley to Paignton.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Horley to Paignton.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Horley to Paignton

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Buses from Horley to Paignton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 5h 57m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
253 km
Average bus duration
6h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£59
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
5h 57m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Metrobus from Horley to PaigntonYou can travel by bus between Horley to Paignton with National Express, Metrobus for as low as £59. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
£28
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Metrobus Duration
5h 57m
Cheapest Metrobus Price
£59
Metrobus frequency
3 a day

Complete guide to Paignton

Things to do in Paignton

Discover the best of Paignton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paignton trip today.

  • Must visit

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park

Museum within the zoo complex presenting wildlife interpretation, conservation stories and educational exhibits for visitors.

  • Recommended

Paignton Heritage Society Museum

Family-focused local history museum covering Paignton’s past, archaeology, seaside life and social history in a central setting.

  • Recommended

Dartmouth Steam Railway - Paignton Station

Steam railway heritage displays at the station showcase Great Western history, restored coaches and classic railway atmosphere.

Pound sterling (£)

Paignton is moderate for UK seaside towns: lodging rises in summer, but dining and local buses are fairly manageable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£40+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs may have tip jars, but small change is enough.

FAQs: Horley to Paignton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Horley to Paignton can start from as little as £59 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Horley to Paignton is £59; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Horley to Paignton is 5h 57m to travel the 253 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Horley to Paignton leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Horley to Paignton leaves at 23:55.
There are 9 coaches a day from Horley to Paignton which require at least one change with National Express, Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Horley to Paignton, you can count on National Express, Metrobus for the best way to get you to Paignton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Horley and Paignton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Horley , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North . When arriving in Paignton , you can end your route in coach stations like Paignton, Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paignton, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Paignton from Horley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Horley to Paignton is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Paignton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Horley to Paignton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Horley to Paignton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Horley to Paignton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Horley to Paignton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Horley to Paignton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Horley to Paignton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Horley to Paignton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Horley to Paignton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Horley to Paignton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Horley to Paignton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Paignton

Most Horley to Paignton buses use the London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South to Paignton, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Horley and Paignton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Horley
Arrival bus stations in Paignton

Which Paignton station do buses from Horley arrive at?

Buses from Horley to Paignton arrive at Paignton, Bus Station. Paignton, Bus Station is from Paignton city centre.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Paignton, Bus Station from Paignton city centre

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Paignton, Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Paignton, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Paignton, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Paignton, Bus Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Paignton, Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Paignton, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Paignton, Bus Station: The station is wheelchair accessible.

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