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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Paignton
Cheapest price
£238
Average price
£239
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to Paignton will cost around £239 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £238.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stafford 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 282 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 51 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.
9:004h07Stafford13:07Paignton£2381One-way0 changes- 15:003h53Stafford18:53Paignton£2381One-way0 changes
- 23:0010h51Stafford9:51Paignton£2431One-way1 change
- 15:003h53Stafford18:53Paignton£2381One-way0 changes
- 9:004h07Stafford13:07Paignton£2381One-way0 changes
- 23:0010h51Stafford9:51Paignton£2431One-way1 change
Live departures
Stafford to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford to Paignton trains for today, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:00 Stafford | 10h51 | 9:51 Paignton | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 April | |||||
| 9:00 Stafford | 4h07 | 13:07 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 Stafford | 3h53 | 18:53 Paignton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to Paignton
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Trains from Stafford to Paignton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 5:56 |
Last train 18:21 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Stafford to Paignton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stafford and Paignton
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
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