The average train between Durham and Paignton takes 13h 8m and the fastest train takes 10h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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 every 4 hours between Durham and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Paignton at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 13h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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10h 45m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 8m.
Durham to Paignton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Paignton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Durham to Paignton train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Durham and Paignton is 501.1 km. The road distance is 646 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £170–260 and the journey takes 6h 16m.