The average train between Matlock and Paignton takes 5h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock 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 Matlock and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matlock is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Paignton at 10:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 5h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Matlock station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.
Matlock to Paignton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Matlock to Paignton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Matlock to Paignton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Matlock and Paignton is 330.8 km. The road distance is 403 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 3h 39m.