The average train between Sunderland and Paignton takes 16h 25m and the fastest train takes 11h 9m. 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 4 times a day between Sunderland and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Paignton at 4:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 16h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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22h 59m • 4 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 Sunderland station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.
Sunderland to Paignton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Sunderland to Paignton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Sunderland to Paignton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Paignton is 518.3 km. The road distance is 687 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Newcastle to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £170–270 and the journey takes 6h 30m.