The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paignton to London
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paignton to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to London will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 4 buses that leave Paignton for London 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 269 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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, coach and flight for Paignton to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paignton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 269 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £217 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paignton to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to London coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX501 | On time 07:35 Paignton, Bus Station | 6h15 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX102 · NX502 | 08:20 Paignton, Bus Station | 6h50 | 15:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX501 | On time 10:25 Paignton, Bus Station | 6h25 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
![]() | 00:05 Paignton | 6h30 | 06:35 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:32 Paignton | 6h18 | 10:50 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Paignton to London by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paignton to London
Buses from Paignton to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 269 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Paignton to LondonYou can travel by bus between Paignton to London with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paignton to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paignton and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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