The average train between Paignton and Tamworth takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to Tamworth. 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 every 4 hours between Paignton and Tamworth. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paignton is at 6:20 PM which arrives into Tamworth at 10:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Tamworth station via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Paignton to Tamworth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Tamworth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Tamworth High Level station.
Book your Paignton to Tamworth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Paignton and Tamworth is 276.6 km. The road distance is 337 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newton Abbot to Tamworth High Level every 3 hours. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 13m.