The average train between Rugby and Paignton takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Paignton at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Paignton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Rugby to Paignton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Paignton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Rugby to Paignton train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Paignton is 268 km. The road distance is 358 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot in around 5h.