The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Paignton
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Paignton will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barnstaple for Paignton on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Barnstaple to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Paignton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:36 AM Barnstaple | 2h47 | 11:23 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Paignton
Trains from Barnstaple to Paignton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Barnstaple to Paignton trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Paignton from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barnstaple to Paignton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Paignton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paignton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Paignton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
