Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Paignton Bus Station | Bampfylde Street (Stop 34) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library) | Bampfylde Street (Stop 34) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library) | Bampfylde Street (Stop 34) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Paignton Bus Station | Bampfylde Street (Stop 34) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Paignton Bus Station | Bampfylde Street (Stop 34) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Paignton to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Paignton and Exeter?
Stops in Exeter
- AHoniton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
- B
Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)
EXETER , Sidwell St, Exeter EX4, UK - C
Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)
2 Honiton Rd, Exeter, Devon EX1 3RU, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 29723 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £5
National Express Paignton Exeter recent customer reviews
Pick up time perfect , staff brilliant & lateness on arrival at Exeter entirely down to traffic congestion.
James G.
The coach was 45 minutes late and I missed the start of a family birthday meal.
Andrew W.
I enjoyed the views from the bus especially the diversion route.
Jaelene H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paignton to Exeter
How far is Exeter from Paignton by coach?
The journey from Paignton to Exeter by coach covers an approximate distance of 20 miles (33 km).
Is there a way to reach Exeter from Paignton without a car?
You can reach Exeter from Paignton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paignton to Exeter was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paignton to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £10 for a bus ticket from Paignton to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-25.
