Poole to Paignton train with South Western Railway

Wed, 05 Nov
+ Add return
South Western Railway
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
1,000+ travel companies
South Western Railway
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Paignton

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£91

Average price

£95

Fastest journey

4 h 35 m

Average duration

4 h 54 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

116 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Poole to Paignton will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Poole 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 116 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 12 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.

Great Western Rail
07:044h35
Poole
11:39Paignton
£911One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
04:405h12
Poole
09:52Paignton
£991One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Poole to Paignton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, and a train costs an average of £62.

Distance: 116 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Coach

£90

Average Price

£74

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 12m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

9h 14m

Average total duration

8h 44m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Poole to Paignton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 09:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
south_west_trains04:40 Poole
5h12
09:52 Paignton0 changesdirect
great_western07:04 Poole
4h35
11:39 Paignton0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Poole to Paignton by train or coach

Thu
06 Nov
Fri
07 Nov
Sat
08 Nov
Sun
09 Nov
Mon
10 Nov
Tue
11 Nov
Wed
12 Nov

Journey information

Overview: Train from Poole to Paignton

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train
Trains from Poole to Paignton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
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
116 km
Average train duration
3h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£62
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 35m
First train
05:40
Last train
19:28
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: South Western Railway from Poole to Paignton trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Poole and Paignton from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 12m
Cheapest Price
£62
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Poole to Paignton train

FAQs: Travel by train from Poole to Paignton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Poole to Paignton.
FAQs
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.
To get from Poole to Paignton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Poole to Paignton is 116 km.
The train journey from Poole to Paignton covers a distance of 116 km and takes approximately 4h 35m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Poole to Paignton leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Poole to Paignton departs at 19:28.
Trains from Poole to Paignton run approximately 3 times per day.
Booking trains from Poole to Paignton 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 Poole to Paignton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £90.
The cheapest way to get from Poole to Paignton is by train, costing approximately £62.
The train station in Poole that goes to Paignton is Poole station (POO), and it arrives at Paignton station (PGN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Poole to Paignton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Poole to Paignton.
There is no night train service from Poole to Paignton.
Yes, you can take the train from Poole to Paignton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Paignton

Poole
Paignton
The major train station for departures in Poole is Parkstone (Dorset). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Parkstone (Dorset) for your trip from Poole to Paignton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Parkstone (Dorset)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both sides of the station by ramps. Interchange between platforms is via a ramped underpass at the London end of the platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Poole
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road

More options for your journey from Poole to Paignton

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTrainsTrain Times to Paignton Poole to Paignton train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone