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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Paignton
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Paignton will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Plymouth 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 41 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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 Plymouth to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 41 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m 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
Plymouth to Paignton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Paignton coaches for tomorrow, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:20 Plymouth | 1h00 | 06:20 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:35 Plymouth | 0h55 | 06:30 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:05 Plymouth | 0h50 | 22:55 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Paignton
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Buses from Plymouth to Paignton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 50m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South West, Plymouth Citybus from Plymouth to PaigntonYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Paignton with National Express, Stagecoach South West, Plymouth Citybus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plymouth to Paignton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth, Coach Station, which is located around 0.3 miles (496 m) 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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