Tonbridge to Paignton train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tonbridge to Paignton

Showing times and prices for 12 May

Cheapest price

£189

Average price

£189

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 26 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

283 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Tonbridge to Paignton will cost around £189 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.

Fast trains

To travel from Tonbridge to Paignton you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • Southeastern
    5:394h38
    Tonbridge
    10:17Paignton
    £1891One-way
    3 changes
  • Southeastern
    8:244h15
    Tonbridge
    12:39Paignton
    £1891One-way
    3 changes
  • Southeastern
    13:184h26
    Tonbridge
    17:44Paignton
    £1891One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Tonbridge to Paignton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tonbridge to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £73, and a flight costs an average of £405.

Distance: 283 km

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£73

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Cheapest

£405

Average Price

4h 35m

Average total duration

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4h 5m

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30m

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10h 40m

Average total duration

7h 40m

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Live departures

Tonbridge to Paignton train times

The table below shows live departures for Tonbridge to Paignton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern5:39 Tonbridge
4h38
10:17 Paignton3 changes
Southeastern8:24 Tonbridge
4h15
12:39 Paignton3 changes
Southeastern13:18 Tonbridge
4h26
17:44 Paignton3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Great Western Railway as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Tonbridge to Paignton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Tonbridge to Paignton.

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 Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Tonbridge to Paignton.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Tonbridge to Paignton.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Tonbridge to Paignton

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Trains from Tonbridge to Paignton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 13:26. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 4h 53m.

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
283 km
Average train duration
4h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£73
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
4h 53m
First train
6:10
Last train
13:26
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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: Great Western Railway, Southeastern from Tonbridge to Paignton trainsGreat Western Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Tonbridge and Paignton from £73. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest Price
£73
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£189
Southeastern frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Tonbridge to Paignton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tonbridge 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Tonbridge to Paignton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £73, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Tonbridge to Paignton covers a distance of 283 km and takes approximately 4h 53m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Tonbridge to Paignton is 283 km.
The first train from Tonbridge to Paignton leaves at 6:10.
The last train from Tonbridge to Paignton departs at 13:26.
Trains from Tonbridge to Paignton run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tonbridge to Paignton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Tonbridge to Paignton.
To get from Tonbridge to Paignton, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from Tonbridge to Paignton.
The train station in Tonbridge that goes to Paignton is Tonbridge station (TON), and it arrives at Paignton station (PGN).
The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Paignton is by train, costing approximately £73.
Booking trains from Tonbridge to Paignton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Tonbridge to Paignton offers a mix of scenery, transitioning from the suburban landscapes of Kent to the rolling hills and open countryside of the South West, with sections that provide views of the Devon coastline as you approach Paignton.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Tonbridge to Paignton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Tonbridge and Paignton

Tonbridge
Paignton
The major train station for departures in Tonbridge is Tonbridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tonbridge for your trip from Tonbridge to Paignton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: On Platforms 1 and 2 and also platform 3.- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 1/ 2 and also platform 3- Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 3 and 1/2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3/4, 1/2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Tonbridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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