The average train between Cheltenham and Paignton takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Paignton at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Cheltenham to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Cheltenham to Paignton train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Cheltenham and Paignton is 193.1 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 18m.