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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paignton to Bristol
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paignton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Bristol will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Paignton for Bristol every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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 Paignton to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paignton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 132 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Paignton to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Bristol coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX501 · NX101 | Delayed 17:50 04:52Paignton, Bus Station | 3h58 | 08:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX501 · NX101 | Delayed 17:50 07:45Paignton, Bus Station | 5h20 | 13:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX501 · NX104 | Delayed 17:50 10:25Paignton, Bus Station | 5h05 | 15:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
| 03:32 Paignton | 3h48 | 07:20 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:20 Paignton | 3h15 | 09:35 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paignton to Bristol
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Buses from Paignton to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 132 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 132 km |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Paignton to BristolYou can travel by bus between Paignton to Bristol with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paignton to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paignton, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), located 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre.
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