The average train between Paignton and Cardiff takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Cardiff. 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 Paignton and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Cardiff? 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 Paignton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Cardiff station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Paignton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Paignton to Cardiff train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Paignton and Cardiff is 119.3 km. The road distance is 227 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 22m.