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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Paignton
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Paignton will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Paignton 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 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 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 5 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.
6:273h05Reading9:32Paignton£891One-way0 changes
- 6:273h05Reading9:32Paignton£891One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Paignton trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 12:31 Reading | 2h52 | 15:23 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 13:29 Reading | 2h54 | 16:23 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 14:29 Reading | 3h04 | 17:33 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 15:01 Reading | 2h43 | 17:44 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:29 Reading | 2h33 | 18:02 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 16:29 Reading | 2h39 | 19:08 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 17:29 Reading | 2h36 | 20:05 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 18:29 Reading | 3h05 | 21:34 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 19:31 Reading | 2h32 | 22:03 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 20:28 Reading | 3h27 | 23:55 Paignton | 1 change | |
| 6:27 Reading | 3h05 | 9:32 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Paignton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Paignton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:21 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Paignton trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Paignton from £89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Paignton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Paignton
Most Reading to Paignton trains use the Reading to Paignton station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Paignton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Paignton leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, 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 and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Paignton station do trains from Reading 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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