Preston to Paignton by train

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Overview: trains from Preston to Paignton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Preston 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 03:57 View journey
Last train 22:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 5m View journey
Distance (km) 374
Trains / day 20 View all
Cheapest journey US$114.03 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 54m
Train operators 11

Travelling by train from Preston to Paignton

Ready to travel from Preston to Paignton by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Preston and Paignton: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Preston to Paignton:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$114.03

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Departure frequency and timetable from Preston to Paignton

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

  • 03:57 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:47 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:02 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:39 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 50 minutes from Preston toward Paignton.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 20 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Preston to Paignton?

This journey covers a total of 374 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 5 hours and 5 minutes.

Booking Preston to Paignton trains in advance

Booking your Preston to Paignton tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Preston and Paignton by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Maximising your travels to Paignton

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Paignton.

FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Paignton

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

The train journey between Preston and Paignton covers 374 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.