The average train between Dover and Paignton takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover 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 3 hours between Dover and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Paignton at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Paignton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Paignton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.
Dover to Paignton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Paignton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Dover to Paignton train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Dover and Paignton is 351.5 km. The road distance is 451 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Paignton via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 8m.