The average train between Ashford and Paignton takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Ashford to Paignton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ashford and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ashford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Paignton at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ashford to Paignton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Ashford station and arriving at Paignton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Ashford to Paignton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Ashford to Paignton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Ashford to Paignton train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ashford and Paignton is 322 km. The road distance is 417 km.
You can take a train from Ashford International to Paignton via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 30m.