The average train between Paignton and Chester takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Chester. 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 Chester. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Chester? 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 Chester. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Chester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Paignton to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Chester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Paignton to Chester train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Paignton and Chester is 309.8 km. The road distance is 427 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Chester via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Crewe in around 5h 32m.