The average train between Sunderland and Paignton takes 8h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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 3 hours between Sunderland and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Paignton at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Newton Abbot station via Newton Abbot station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Sunderland to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
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The distance between Sunderland and Paignton is 518.3 km. The road distance is 598 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £170–260 and the journey takes 6h 28m.