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The average train between Paignton and Preston takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 22m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£139
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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6h 22m
£118–181

Paignton to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Paignton and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 35m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 12m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Preston? 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 Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 295.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Preston via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 22m.

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