Leicester to Paignton by train

Leicester to Paignton by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Leicester to Paignton? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 297 kilometres.

Cost of train travel from Leicester to Paignton

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Leicester to Paignton:

• Cheapest ticket: €170.51

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Leicester to Paignton

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

• 04:11 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

• 22:55 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

• 04:41 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

• 22:19 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

• A train departs every 18 minutes from Leicester toward Paignton.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 33 trains serving this route each day.

How long does the train from Leicester to Paignton take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 30 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 297 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Leicester and Paignton?

You can secure tickets for travel between Leicester and Paignton up to 3 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Leicester to Paignton

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Paignton city guide to get you started.