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Trip Overview

The average train between Paignton and Southend-on-Sea takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 12m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£128
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Paignton to Southend-on-Sea train times

Trains run hourly between Paignton and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 1:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 55m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia7h 32m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 56m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia7h 28m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia5h 3m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 37m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 55m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 56m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia7h 32m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 56m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia7h 32m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 56m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Greater Anglia4h 59m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Southend-on-Sea? 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 Southend-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 246.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Paignton, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Paignton to Southend Victoria via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 48m.

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