Sheffield to Paignton by train

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Overview: trains from Sheffield to Paignton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Sheffield to Paignton, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:05 View journey
Last train 23:21 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 27m View journey
Distance (km) 358
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey AU$300.55 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 47m
Train operators 6

Travelling from Sheffield to Paignton by train

Considering a train trip from Sheffield to Paignton? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Sheffield and Paignton

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically AU$300.55, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Departure frequency and timetable from Sheffield to Paignton

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Sheffield to Paignton:

  • 05:05 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:21 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:29 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:36 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 26 minutes from Sheffield toward Paignton.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 34 trains serving this route each day.

Sheffield to Paignton train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 358 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 27 minutes.

Booking time frame: Sheffield to Paignton trains

Tickets for travel to Paignton along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Sheffield to Paignton

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Paignton city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Sheffield to Paignton

Want to know more about your journey from Sheffield to Paignton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Sheffield to Paignton is 358 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.