Train travel to Paignton guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Paignton?

London Overground, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Northern and South Western Rai offer services to and from Paignton, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.

What are Paignton's opening hours?

Typically 0:06 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.

Pick up & drop off at Paignton

Paignton offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Paignton?

London, Exeter, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids and Newton Abbot are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Paignton. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Paignton live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Paignton, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Paignton to Exmouth20:561h 24mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Paignton to Bristol Temple Meads21:092h 3mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Paignton to Exmouth21:401h 35mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Paignton to Exeter St Davids22:2153mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Paignton to Exeter St Davids23:2153mGreat Western RailwayOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Exmouth to Paignton20:441h 18mGreat Western RailwayExp. 20:54
Exmouth to Paignton21:341h 29mGreat Western RailwayExp. 21:34
Barnstaple to Paignton22:032h 21mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Exmouth to Paignton22:541h 28mGreat Western RailwayOn time
Exmouth to Paignton23:551h 30mGreat Western RailwayOn time

Station Details

Address:

Paignton station, Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Friday open from 06:55:00 until 19:00:00

Saturday open from 06:55:00 until 16:55:00

Sunday open from 10:10:00 until 17:10:00

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

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