The average train between Paignton and Hereford takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Hereford. 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 Paignton and Hereford. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Hereford at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



9h 55m • 3 changes



3h 52m • 3 changes



4h 17m • 3 changes



3h 41m • 3 changes



9h 55m • 3 changes



3h 52m • 3 changes



4h 17m • 3 changes



3h 41m • 3 changes



9h 54m • 3 changes



3h 48m • 3 changes



4h 46m • 3 changes



3h 53m • 3 changes
Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Hereford? 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 Paignton to Hereford. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Hereford station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Paignton to Hereford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Hereford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Hereford station.
Book your Paignton to Hereford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Paignton and Hereford is 189.8 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Hereford via Newton Abbot, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 7m.