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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paignton to Exeter
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Exeter will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paignton for Exeter 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 32 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
8:450h50Paignton9:35Exeter£91One-way0 changes
10:240h46Paignton11:10Exeter£91One-way0 changes- 9:451h02Paignton10:47Exeter£91One-way0 changes
- 10:240h46Paignton11:10Exeter£91One-way0 changes
- 8:450h50Paignton9:35Exeter£91One-way0 changes
- 9:451h02Paignton10:47Exeter£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paignton to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paignton to Exeter 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 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 32 km
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£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paignton to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Exeter trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G15229 | On time 9:16 Paignton station (PGN) | 1h05 | 10:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80244 | On time 10:24 Paignton station (PGN) | 0h57 | 11:21 St James' Park (SJP) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to Exeter
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Trains from Paignton to Exeter run on average 19 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 45m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:21 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Paignton to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Paignton and Exeter 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: Paignton to Exeter train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paignton and Exeter
Most Paignton to Exeter trains use the Paignton to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter Central. Use this guide to compare Paignton and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Paignton station do trains to Exeter leave from?
Getting to Paignton from Paignton city centre
Paignton train station facilities and services
Paignton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Paignton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paignton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paignton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paignton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paignton: 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.
Which Exeter station do trains from Paignton arrive at?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: 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.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: No.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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