The average train between Cambridge and Paignton takes 5h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Paignton at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 5h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 20m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Paignton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.
Cambridge to Paignton train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Paignton train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Cambridge to Paignton train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cambridge and Paignton is 322.5 km. The road distance is 416 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Paignton via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 4h 39m.