The average train between Paignton and Wales takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Paignton to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Wales station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Paignton to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Paignton to Wales train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Paignton and Wales is 206.8 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 25m.