Barnstaple to Paignton Trains

Barnstaple to Paignton trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Paignton takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple 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.

2h 37m
Duration: 67 mi
Distance: £40
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

Train via Exeter

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2h 17m

£30–57

Barnstaple to Paignton train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Paignton at 5:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, August 10, 2026

6:25 AM → 8:55 AM
2h 30m • 1 change
7:22 AM → 9:43 AM
2h 21m • 1 change
8:35 AM → 10:52 AM
2h 17m • 1 change
9:35 AM → 11:43 AM
2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, August 11, 2026

6:25 AM → 8:55 AM
2h 30m • 1 change
7:22 AM → 9:43 AM
2h 21m • 1 change
8:35 AM → 10:52 AM
2h 17m • 1 change
9:35 AM → 11:43 AM
2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, August 12, 2026

6:25 AM → 8:55 AM
2h 30m • 1 change
7:22 AM → 9:43 AM
2h 21m • 1 change
8:35 AM → 10:52 AM
2h 17m • 1 change
9:35 AM → 11:43 AM
2h 8m • 1 change
Show more

Frequently asked questions

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