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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Paignton
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€72
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
80 km
Cheap tickets
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 €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Barnstaple to Paignton without transferring at least once.

07:42PM2h22
Barnstaple10:04PMPaignton
€591One-way
0 transfers

06:25AM2h30
Barnstaple08:55AMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

07:22AM2h21
Barnstaple09:43AMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

08:35AM2h17
Barnstaple10:52AMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

09:35AM2h08
Barnstaple11:43AMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

10:35AM2h04
Barnstaple12:39PMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

06:38PM2h06
Barnstaple08:44PMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

09:35AM2h08
Barnstaple11:43AMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

11:35AM2h08
Barnstaple01:43PMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer

01:35PM2h08
Barnstaple03:43PMPaignton
€751One-way
1 transfer
Live departures
Barnstaple to Paignton train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:25 AM
Last updated at 7:25 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:35 AM Barnstaple | 2h13 | 1:48 PM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:25 AM Barnstaple | 2h30 | 8:55 AM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:22 AM Barnstaple | 2h21 | 9:43 AM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
€18
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
€59
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Barnstaple to Paignton
FAQs: Travel by train from Barnstaple to Paignton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barnstaple to Paignton.

Cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Paignton can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Barnstaple to Paignton is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Barnstaple to Paignton train time is 2 h 8 min covering the 79 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Barnstaple to Paignton leaves at 05: 41. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Barnstaple to Paignton leaves at 21: 41.
There are 7 trains a day from Barnstaple to Paignton which require at least one change with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Barnstaple to Paignton train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Barnstaple and Paignton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 41.
A trip to Paignton from Barnstaple is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 8 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Barnstaple to Paignton by train is February.
Yes, you can take a train between Barnstaple and Paignton.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Paignton
Barnstaple
Paignton
The major train station for departures in Barnstaple is Barnstaple. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnstaple for your trip from Barnstaple to Paignton.
Barnstaple








Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Station Masters Cafe
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Barnstaple
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your journey to Paignton from Barnstaple.
Paignton









Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Paignton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station

