The average train between Penryn and Paignton takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Penryn 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 hourly between Penryn and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penryn is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Paignton at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Truro and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Penryn to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Penryn station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Penryn to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Penryn to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Penryn to Paignton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Penryn and Paignton is 113 km. The road distance is 162 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Truro to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.