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Preston to Paignton trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Paignton takes 6h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

6h 20m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£168
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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6h 6m
£130–207

Preston to Paignton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Preston and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Paignton at 1:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 295.3 mi
  • Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Paignton, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot in around 6h 6m.

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