The average train between Lincoln and Paignton takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 2 hours between Lincoln and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Paignton at 1:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Paignton station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.
Lincoln to Paignton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Paignton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Lincoln to Paignton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Lincoln and Paignton is 373.7 km. The road distance is 455 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Paignton via Derby and Newton Abbot in around 6h 40m.