The average train between Edinburgh and Paignton takes 9h 36m and the fastest train takes 7h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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 4 hours between Edinburgh and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Paignton at 1:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Wolverhampton and take an average of 9h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Paignton station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.
Edinburgh to Paignton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Paignton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Edinburgh to Paignton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Edinburgh and Paignton is 613.9 km. The road distance is 781 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Paignton via Wolverhampton, Birmingham New Street, and Newton Abbot in around 8h 38m.