The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 3 trains that leave Exeter St Davids (EXD) for Paignton station (PGN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 33 km
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1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:59 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h55 | 06:54 Paignton station (PGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:33 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0h59 | 08:32 Paignton station (PGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN)
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 17:31. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 40m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 17:31 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Paignton station (PGN) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Paignton station (PGN) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paignton station (PGN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Paignton station (PGN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station

