Bristol to Paignton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Paignton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 13

Cheapest price on Oct 13

€24

Average ticket price on Oct 13

€24

Fastest journey on Oct 13

4 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Oct 13

4 h 35 m

Buses on Oct 13

1

Distance

132 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Paignton will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast buses

On Tue, Oct 13, we found 1 buses from Bristol to Paignton, including 1 direct services.

On Tue, Oct 13 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .

On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 m 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.

  • National Express
    3:30 PM4h35
    Bristol
    8:05 PMPaignton
    €241One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Paignton

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Buses from Bristol to Paignton run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €11 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 132 km distance in 2h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11
Distance
132 km
Average bus duration
3h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
2h 50m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11

Live departures

Bristol to Paignton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Paignton buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express3:30 PM Bristol
4h35
8:05 PM Paignton0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Bristol to Paignton buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Bristol to Paignton.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Paignton.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Paignton.

Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to PaigntonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Paignton with National Express for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
€22
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Paignton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Paignton by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paignton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Paignton can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Paignton is €26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol to Paignton is 2h 50m to travel the 132 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Paignton leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Paignton leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Bristol to Paignton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Paignton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Paignton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Paignton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) . When arriving in Paignton , you can end your trip in coach stations like Paignton, Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paignton, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Paignton including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Paignton for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Paignton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Paignton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Paignton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Paignton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Paignton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Paignton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Paignton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Paignton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Paignton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Paignton

Most Bristol to Paignton buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Paignton, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Paignton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Paignton
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre

Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · €2 · every ~156 min

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