The average train between Frome and Paignton takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Frome 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 Frome and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Frome is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Paignton at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Castle Cary and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Frome 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 Frome to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Frome station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Frome to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Castle Cary station.
Frome to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Frome to Paignton train tickets online with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Frome and Paignton is 124.2 km. The road distance is 161 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 14m.