The average train between Penzance and Paignton takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance 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 Penzance and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Paignton at 5:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 7m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Penzance to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Penzance to Paignton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Penzance and Paignton is 144.3 km. The road distance is 190 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £45–95 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.