The average train between Leeds and Paignton takes 5h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 6:15 PM which arrives into Paignton at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.
Leeds to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Leeds to Paignton train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Leeds and Paignton is 398.3 km. The road distance is 494 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £150–230 and the journey takes 4h 55m.