The average train between Paignton and Wareham takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to Wareham. 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 Wareham. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Wareham at 12:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paignton to Wareham? 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 Wareham. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Wareham station via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Paignton to Wareham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Wareham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Upwey station.
Book your Paignton to Wareham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Paignton and Wareham is 106.7 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Wareham via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 5h 31m.