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Newton Abbot to Paignton Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Newton Abbot to Paignton. Traveling by train from Newton Abbot to Paignton usually takes 20 minutes, but the fastest CrossCountry train can make the trip in 17 minutes.
| Distance | 7 mi (11 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 17m |
| Lowest price | $6.57 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |

Which train should you take from Newton Abbot to Paignton?
2 train services operate from Newton Abbot to Paignton. Great Western Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 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 17m | $6.57 |
| Great Western Railway | 5 | 0h 21m | $6.57 |
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 Newton Abbot to Paignton usually takes about 0 hours and 17 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 about traveling by train from Newton Abbot to Paignton
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Newton Abbot to Paignton on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Newton Abbot at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Newton Abbot to Paignton.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Paignton to Newton Abbot.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newton Abbot?
Main departure station: Newton Abbot Rail Station
There is one train station in Newton Abbot.
All train stations in Newton Abbot:
Newton Abbot Rail Station
Where is the train station in Paignton?
Main arrival station: Paignton Train Station
Paignton has one train station.
All train stations in Paignton:
Paignton Train Station
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