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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Gloucester and Paignton. The average train journey from Gloucester to Paignton takes 3 hours and 10 minutes, but some Great Western Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 114 mi (184 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 40m |
| Lowest price | £31.12 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Gloucester to Paignton?
2 train services operate from Gloucester to Paignton. CrossCountry + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 4 | 3h 25m | £32.86 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 3 | 2h 51m | £28.79 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Gloucester to Paignton start from £25, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Paignton. CrossCountry + Connections in Gloucester leaves from Gloucester Train Station . And in Paignton trains arrive at Paignton Train Station .
From Gloucester to Paignton train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Paignton faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Gloucester to Paignton start from £25, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Paignton. Great Western Railway + Connections in Gloucester leaves from Gloucester Train Station . And in Paignton trains arrive at Paignton Train Station .
From Gloucester to Paignton train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 2 hours and 51 minutes. If you are looking to get to Paignton faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Gloucester to Paignton on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Gloucester at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. 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 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Paignton to Gloucester.
City Information
Gloucester
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Gloucester is a delightfully lively city in the heart of England. The city is surrounded by the rural and verdant Cotswolds but offers excitement as one of the area's bigger cities.
A visit to Gloucester must include stopping by the 11th century Gloucester Cathedral to marvel at the Romanesque architecture and even visit the tomb of King Edward II. Several museums dot the city's downtown, including the National Waterways Museum Gloucester and the Museum of Gloucester.
To breathe in the fresh air, head to the Robinswood Hill Country Park, Rococo Garden, and the Barnwood Arboretum. You can paddleboard or kayak at the Gloucester Docks or watch a game at the Gloucester Rugby sports grounds.
Gloucester is a stop along the Great Western Railway, which connects to the United Kingdom's rail network. National Express and Sindbad operate coach service to and from Gloucester for affordable travel from cities including London. International travelers can reach the city via the nearby Gloucestershire airport.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gloucester?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Gloucester Train Station
Gloucester Train Station is centrally located in the city, across the street from the Gloucester Transport Hub, where coaches operate, and within walking distance of Gloucester Cathedral. The station building is simple but includes a shopping concourse with retail alongside amenities like an ATM, onsite parking, and restrooms. From Gloucester Train Station, Transport for Wales operates hourly service along the line to Cardiff. In addition, CrossCountry stops in Gloucester on its Cardiff to Nottingham route, and Great Western Railway operates several routes from Gloucester to cities including London and Bristol.
All train stations in Gloucester:
Gloucester Train Station
Where is the train station in Paignton?
Main arrival station: Paignton Train Station
Paignton has one train station.
Train stations in Paignton:
Paignton Train Station
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