The average train between Truro and Paignton takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Truro 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 Truro and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Truro is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Paignton at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Truro to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Truro station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Truro to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Truro to Paignton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Truro to Paignton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Truro and Paignton is 107.2 km. The road distance is 149 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Truro to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.