The average train between Derby and Paignton takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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 Derby and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Paignton at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Derby to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Derby to Paignton train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Paignton is 311.9 km. The road distance is 376 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 3h 39m.