What is the distance between Exeter and Paignton?

The distance between Exeter and Paignton is approximately 33 km (20 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Exeter to Paignton?

Buses departing from Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride in Exeter will take you to Paignton Bus Station in Paignton.

Bus from Exeter to Paignton starting at $6 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Exeter to Paignton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h	9:05pm	Paignton Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	53m	11:58pm	Paignton Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h	9:05pm	Paignton Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	53m	11:58pm	Paignton Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Paignton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h 15m	2:30pm	Paignton Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	53m	11:58pm	Paignton Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h 15m	2:30pm	Paignton Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Paignton on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h 15m	2:30pm	Paignton Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	53m	11:58pm	Paignton Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h 15m	2:30pm	Paignton Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Paignton on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:50pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h	7:50pm	Paignton Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	53m	11:58pm	Paignton Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h 15m	2:40pm	Paignton Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Exeter to Paignton on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:20pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h	7:20pm	Paignton Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:05pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	53m	11:58pm	Paignton Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	55m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	1h 15m	2:30pm	Paignton Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Exeter to Paignton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paignton. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1hAverage Duration

33 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $16	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $48	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29715 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $9

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Where are the popular stops in Exeter and Paignton?

Stops in Exeter

A - Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride

B - Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)

C - Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)

Stops in Paignton

A - Paignton Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Paignton by bus

What is the distance between Exeter and Paignton?
The distance between Exeter and Paignton is approximately 33 km (20 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Exeter to Paignton?
Buses departing from Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride in Exeter will take you to Paignton Bus Station in Paignton.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$10

11-17

$10

Today

$13

11-19

$13

11-20

$13

11-21

$8

11-22

$8

11-23

$9

The cheapest trip from Exeter to Paignton was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Exeter to Paignton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $18 for a bus ticket from Exeter to Paignton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-21.