What is the travel distance from Taunton to Paignton?

The distance between the two cities is 45 miles (73 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Taunton to Paignton?

The majority of buses traveling from Taunton to Paignton start their journey at Taunton Bus Station and wind up at Paignton Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Taunton to Paignton from $14 | Compare & Save up to 19%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Taunton to Paignton on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:00am	Taunton	2h 15m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:00am	Taunton	2h 15m	5:15am	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:19 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Taunton to Paignton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Paignton. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 15mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $21	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $75	Average Duration1h 14m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Taunton and Paignton?

Stops in Taunton

A
Taunton Bus Station
2 Tower St, Taunton TA1, UK
B
Blackbrook Park Avenue
Taunton Town Center War Memorial, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1HP, UK

Stops in Paignton

A
Paignton Bus Station
37 Station Ln, Paignton TQ4, UK
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National Express

4/529,731 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29731 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $16

National Express Taunton Paignton recent customer reviews

Although staff were friendly and helpful, the bus was 45 minutes late and the plug sockets didn’t work

Alexandra B.

June 23, 2018

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Taunton to Paignton by bus

What is the travel distance from Taunton to Paignton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Taunton to Paignton?

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The cheapest trip from Taunton to Paignton was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $17 for a bus ticket from Taunton to Paignton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-26.