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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Paignton
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Paignton will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 trains that leave Plymouth for Paignton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
7:161h16Plymouth8:32Paignton£101One-way0 changes- 4:540h46Plymouth5:40Paignton£131One-way0 changes
- 4:540h46Plymouth5:40Paignton£131One-way0 changes
- 7:161h16Plymouth8:32Paignton£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Paignton 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 55m. 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 £5.
Distance: 41 km
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1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Paignton trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:16 Plymouth | 1h16 | 8:32 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:35 Plymouth | 1h08 | 9:43 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:15 Plymouth | 1h02 | 10:17 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Paignton.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Paignton
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Trains from Plymouth to Paignton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 46m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Paignton trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Paignton 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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Trains from Plymouth to Paignton
There are regular trains from Plymouth to Paignton throughout the day with departures starting at just before 5:30 a.m. and continuing until around midnight. Routes are operated by both CrossCountry and Great Western Railway. Journey time is between 1 hour and 1 hour 50 minutes and involves a connection at Newton Abbot. The service is reduced to around one train an hour on Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Plymouth to Paignton?
Departure Station:Trains from Plymouth to Paignton depart from the town' station located approximately 5 minutes walk from Plymouth University and 10 minutes from the city centre. It has a large car park, bicycle storage facilities and a taxi rank as well as being served by local buses.
Arrival Station:Trains arrive at Paignton Station which is in the heart of the town and just a short walk from the beach. Adjacent to the train station is the bus station from where routes serve the town and surrounding countryside. Paignton Station has a small carpark, some bicycle stands and a taxi rank.
FAQs: Plymouth to Paignton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Paignton
Most Plymouth to Paignton trains use the Plymouth to Paignton station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Paignton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Paignton leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth 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 Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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 Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Dockyard from Plymouth city centre
Dockyard is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Dockyard train station facilities and services
Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dockyard.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dockyard: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dockyard: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Paignton station do trains from Plymouth arrive at?
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.
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