Stafford to Paignton by train

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Overview: trains from Stafford to Paignton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Stafford 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 09:00 View journey
Last train 18:03 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 45m View journey
Distance (km) 282
Trains / day 5 View all
Cheapest journey AU$238.71 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 58m
Train operators 1

Going from Stafford to Paignton by train

About to set off from Stafford to Paignton by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of a train ticket between Stafford and Paignton

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$238.71. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel between Stafford and Paignton

If you are taking the train from Stafford to Paignton, you will have 5 trains each day (with a departure every 1 minute) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 09:00. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 15:03. On weekends, the first train departs at 09:00, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 18:03.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Stafford to Paignton?

On this route spanning 282 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 45 minutes.

When are tickets between Stafford and Paignton available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Stafford and Paignton can be purchased 4 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Stafford to Paignton travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Paignton.

FAQs about the train journey from Stafford to Paignton

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

The total distance between Stafford and Paignton by train is 282 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.