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Compare train and coach for Leicester to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 297 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£117 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Leicester to Paignton
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Trains from Leicester to Paignton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 4h 49m.
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
Coach from £33
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 22:40 |
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
Coach from £33
Train companies: east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Paignton trainseast_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Paignton from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 37m
Cheapest Price
£214
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
£250
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Paignton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Paignton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Paignton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £117.
The train journey from Leicester to Paignton covers a distance of 297 km and takes approximately 4h 49m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Paignton is 297 km.
The first train from Leicester to Paignton leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Leicester to Paignton departs at 22:40.
Trains from Leicester to Paignton run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leicester to Paignton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Paignton.
To get from Leicester to Paignton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Paignton.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Paignton is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Paignton station (PGN).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Paignton is by coach, costing approximately £33.
Booking trains from Leicester to Paignton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Paignton offers scenic views, especially as it approaches Devon, featuring picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coast near Torbay.
A day trip from Leicester to Paignton is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 49m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 297 km.
To explore Paignton's key attractions, such as Paignton Zoo, the sandy beaches, and the Dartmouth Steam Railway, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Paignton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Paignton
Leicester
Paignton
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Paignton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
The major train station for arrivals in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your journey to Paignton from Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Paignton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
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