The average train between Chatham and Paignton takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Chatham 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 Chatham and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chatham is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Paignton at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Chatham 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 Chatham to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Paignton station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.
Chatham to Paignton train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Chatham station.
Chatham to Paignton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Chatham to Paignton train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chatham and Paignton is 305.7 km. The road distance is 380 km.
You can take a train from Chatham to Paignton via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 16m.