Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Paignton travel guide

Paignton Tourism | Paignton Guide

You're Going to Love Paignton

With a population of 49,886, Paignton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Paignton to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Paignton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Beverley Holidays - The Jetty (Goodrington Road) and Gurkhas Diner (4a Parkside Road) are great picks.

When to visit Paignton

Paignton in January
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Paignton in January
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Paignton

Plane

Although Paignton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 22 miles from Paignton.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Paignton, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Paignton to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $183 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $264 for a 4h 35m trip. The train station in Paignton is called Paignton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Paignton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 167 miles from Paignton. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paignton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Paignton takes 107 miles and will cost you around $49. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 255 miles.

Plane

Although Paignton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 22 miles from Paignton.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Paignton, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Paignton to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $183 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $264 for a 4h 35m trip. The train station in Paignton is called Paignton, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Paignton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 167 miles from Paignton. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paignton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Paignton takes 107 miles and will cost you around $49. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 255 miles.

Airports near Paignton

EXTExeter
BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Paignton

KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,451 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,973 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,768 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,986 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,645 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,277 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (875 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,180 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,064 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,333 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,835 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (635 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,113 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (282 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,196 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (169 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (487 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Paignton

Most booked hotels in Paignton

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Travelodge Torquay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$72+
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The Grand Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$136+
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Travelodge Paignton Seafront
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$86+
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Trecarn Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
$96+
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Hiring a car in Paignton

Expect to pay $3.17 per litre in Paignton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.94 and $50.59. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Paignton, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.17 per litre in Paignton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.94 and $50.59. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Paignton, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

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