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Trip Overview

The average train between Paignton and Gloucester takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Gloucester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 59m
Duration
142 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
  3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucestertrain train
3h 26m
£58–111

Paignton to Gloucester train times

Trains run hourly between Paignton and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)9h 21m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 28m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 28m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 32m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 35m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 34m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Gloucester? 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.

Map of how to get from Paignton to Gloucester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 142.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Paignton, England and Gloucester, England?

You can take a train from Paignton to Gloucester via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 26m.

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