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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paignton to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 19 Dec
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
255 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Birmingham will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Paignton for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
P31611+
C7533911:203h35
Paignton station (PGN)14:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
P31618+C7534312:203h35
Paignton station (PGN)15:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
P31593+C75323_C7500808:453h10
Paignton station (PGN)11:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
P23033+C7533610:413h14
Paignton station (PGN)13:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
C7530410:143h05
Paignton station (PGN)13:19Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1451One-way
0 changes
C7530410:143h05
Paignton station (PGN)13:19Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£1451One-way
0 changes
P31593+C75323_C7500808:453h10
Paignton station (PGN)11:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
P23033+C7533610:413h14
Paignton station (PGN)13:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
P31611+C7533911:203h35
Paignton station (PGN)14:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
P31618+C7534312:203h35
Paignton station (PGN)15:55Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£761One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paignton to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paignton to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 255 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paignton to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:51
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P31593+C75323_C75008 | On time 08:45 Paignton station (PGN) | 3h10 | 11:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| P31597+C75334 | On time 09:16 Paignton station (PGN) | 3h39 | 12:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| C75304 | On time 10:14 Paignton station (PGN) | 3h05 | 13:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P23033+C75336 | On time 10:41 Paignton station (PGN) | 3h14 | 13:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| P31611+C75339 | On time 11:20 Paignton station (PGN) | 3h35 | 14:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| P31618+C75343 | On time 12:20 Paignton station (PGN) | 3h35 | 15:55 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Paignton to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 4m.
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 £15
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 20:25 |
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 £15
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Paignton to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Paignton and Birmingham from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£44
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
£209
Cross Country frequency
3 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£215
first_great_western frequency
13 a day
FAQs: Paignton to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
The train journey from Paignton to Birmingham offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Devon and along parts of the River Exe, providing glimpses of the countryside before reaching more urban settings closer to Birmingham.
Booking trains from Paignton to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Paignton to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £83.
Yes, there is a direct train between Paignton and Birmingham. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £15.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
The train station in Paignton that goes to Birmingham is Paignton station (PGN), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
To get from Paignton to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Paignton to Birmingham.
A day trip from Paignton to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 4m. There are 4 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Paignton to Birmingham.
The train distance from Paignton to Birmingham is 255 km.
The train journey from Paignton to Birmingham covers a distance of 255 km and takes approximately 3h 4m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Paignton to Birmingham leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Paignton to Birmingham departs at 20:25.
Trains from Paignton to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Paignton to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paignton and Birmingham
Paignton
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your trip from Paignton to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Paignton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Birmingham International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 09:30 - 15:00 None
Distance to city center
10 kmParking
- Car Park: Park and Ride
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilet is located in the Booking Hall; this toilet is operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The National key toilets are only available during Ticket Office opening hours for passengers who do not possess a RADAR key: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 09:30-15:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Longbridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop to the left of the station entrance.
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