The average train between Penrith and Paignton takes 7h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Paignton. 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 Penrith and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Paignton at 10:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



6h 24m • 3 changes


7h 19m • 3 changes


7h 18m • 3 changes


6h 46m • 3 changes


6h 24m • 3 changes


7h 19m • 3 changes


7h 18m • 3 changes


6h 46m • 3 changes


6h 24m • 3 changes


7h 19m • 3 changes


7h 18m • 3 changes


6h 46m • 3 changes


6h 24m • 3 changes


7h 19m • 3 changes


7h 18m • 3 changes


6h 46m • 3 changes


6h 28m • 3 changes


6h 15m • 3 changes


7h 19m • 3 changes


6h 44m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Penrith to Paignton? 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 Penrith to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes station and arriving at Newton Abbot station via Crewe station and Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.
Penrith to Paignton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Penrith to Paignton train tickets online with Omio.
The distance between Penrith and Paignton is 473.5 km. The road distance is 563 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Paignton via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, and Newton Abbot in around 7h 13m.