Lowest Prices
We partner with the top bus & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
13 trains operate daily from Paignton to Torquay. The train trip from Paignton to Torquay is usually about 7 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Great Western Railway train can get you there in as little as 4 minutes.
| Distance | 3 mi (4 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 4m |
| Lowest price | $6.37 |
| Trains per day | 22 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Paignton to Torquay?
2 train services operate from Paignton to Torquay. Great Western Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 0h 4m | $6.37 |
| Great Western Railway | 12 | 0h 8m | $6.37 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Paignton to Torquay usually takes about 0 hours and 4 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 1 daily trips on weekends.
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Paignton to Torquay are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Paignton at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. 22 of these are direct connections to Torquay. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Torquay to Paignton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Paignton?
Main departure station: Paignton Train Station
There is one train station in Paignton.
All train stations in Paignton:
Paignton Train Station
Where is the train station in Torquay?
Main arrival station: Torquay Train Station
Torquay receives travelers from Paignton at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Torquay:
Torquay Train Station
Torre
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Torquay to Paignton?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more