The average train between Paignton and Stafford takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Stafford. 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 Stafford. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Stafford at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Stafford? 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 Stafford. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Stafford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Paignton to Stafford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Stafford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Paignton to Stafford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Paignton and Stafford is 281.9 km. The road distance is 355 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Stafford via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 23m.