The average train between Paignton and Southport takes 7h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Southport. 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 Southport. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Southport at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 7h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Southport? 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 Southport. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Southport station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.
Paignton to Southport train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Southport train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.
Book your Paignton to Southport train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Paignton and Southport is 359 km. The road distance is 481 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Southport via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Liverpool South Parkway in around 6h 51m.