The average train between Paignton and Stratford takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Stratford. 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 Stratford. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Stratford at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Paignton to Stratford? 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 Stratford. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Stratford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Paignton to Stratford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Stratford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Paignton to Stratford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Cross Country.
The distance between Paignton and Stratford is 277.9 km. The road distance is 336 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 27m.