The average train between Sherborne and Paignton takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Sherborne 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 Sherborne and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sherborne is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Paignton at 5:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Sherborne 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 Sherborne to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Sherborne station and arriving at Paignton station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Sherborne to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Sherborne station.
Sherborne to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Paignton station.
Book your Sherborne to Paignton train tickets online with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Sherborne and Paignton is 93.3 km. The road distance is 132 km.
You can take a train from Sherborne to Paignton via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 27m.