The average train between Chesterfield and Paignton takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Chesterfield 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 every 2 hours between Chesterfield and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesterfield is at 7:09 PM which arrives into Paignton at 5:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Chesterfield to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Chesterfield station.
Chesterfield to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Chesterfield to Paignton train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Chesterfield and Paignton is 346 km. The road distance is 415 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Chesterfield to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 2m.