The average train between Paignton and Tenby takes 7h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to Tenby. 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 Tenby. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Tenby at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 7h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 17m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paignton to Tenby? 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 Tenby. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Tenby station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.
Paignton to Tenby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Tenby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tenby station.
Book your Paignton to Tenby train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Paignton and Tenby is 158.9 km. The road distance is 400 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Tenby via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Swansea in around 7h 1m.