The average train between Paignton and Swindon takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton to Swindon. 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 Swindon. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Swindon at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paignton to Swindon? 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 Swindon. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Swindon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Paignton to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Paignton to Swindon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Paignton and Swindon is 176.7 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Swindon via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 1m.