The average train between Paignton and Poole takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to Poole. 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 Paignton and Poole. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Poole at 12:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paignton to Poole? 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 Poole. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Poole station via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.
Paignton to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Poole station.
Book your Paignton to Poole train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Paignton and Poole is 116 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Poole via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 5h 46m.