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Great Western Rail operates all trains services from Paignton to Dorchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to Dorchester
Take a train from Paignton to Dorchester and enjoy the approximately 86 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:27.
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
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 20:27 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Paignton to Dorchester trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Paignton and Dorchester. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
Cheapest Price
£52
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Paignton to Dorchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to Dorchester 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 Dorchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The train distance from Paignton to Dorchester is 86 km.
The first train from Paignton to Dorchester leaves at 5:49.
The last train from Paignton to Dorchester departs at 20:27.
Trains from Paignton to Dorchester run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Paignton to Dorchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Paignton to Dorchester.
To travel from Paignton to Dorchester, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Paignton to Dorchester.
The train station in Paignton that goes to Dorchester is Paignton station (PGN), and it arrives at Dorchester West (DCW).
Booking trains from Paignton to Dorchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Paignton to Dorchester is scenic, offering views of the Devon coastline, rolling countryside, and charming villages along the way.
To explore Dorchester's key attractions like the Dorset County Museum, Maiden Castle, and the Tutankhamun Exhibition, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Paignton to Dorchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paignton and Dorchester
Paignton
Dorchester
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 Dorchester.
Amenities at train station
information
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 Dorchester is Dorchester West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dorchester West for your journey to Dorchester from Paignton.
Amenities at train station
information
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.”- This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms. Access between platforms is via a stepped footbridge. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Dorchester West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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