The average train between Sheffield and Paignton takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 2 hours between Sheffield and Paignton. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Paignton at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Paignton station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Sheffield to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Paignton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.
Book your Sheffield to Paignton train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Sheffield and Paignton is 358 km. The road distance is 434 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 14m.