The average train between Poole and Paignton takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole 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 every 4 hours between Poole and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Poole is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Paignton at 10:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Upwey and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Poole to Paignton? 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 Poole to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Paignton station via Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Poole to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.
Poole to Paignton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Poole to Paignton train tickets online with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Poole and Paignton is 116 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Paignton via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 31m.