The average train between Paignton and Cornwall takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton to Cornwall. 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 Paignton and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Cornwall? 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 Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Cornwall station via Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Paignton to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Par station.
Book your Paignton to Cornwall train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Paignton and Cornwall is 83.8 km. The road distance is 125 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Par hourly. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.