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.

Bus from Paignton to Exeter from £4 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paignton to Exeter on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:20	Paignton Bus Station	1h 15m	08:35	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	1h	01:05	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Fastest
Bus	00:05	Paignton Bus Stop (o/s Library)	1h	01:05	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	04:32	Paignton Bus Station	1h 3m	05:35	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	04:32	Paignton Bus Station	1h 3m	05:35	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:06 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Paignton to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

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.

5bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

21 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £9	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £27	Average duration49m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 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.

20 September 2021

The coach was 45 minutes late and I missed the start of a family birthday meal.

Andrew W.

26 August 2023

I enjoyed the views from the bus especially the diversion route.

Jaelene H.

11 January 2020

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Where are the popular stops in Paignton and Exeter?

Stops in Paignton

A - Paignton Bus Station

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)

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.

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The cheapest trip from Paignton to Exeter was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

To 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 2025-11-17.