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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Paignton
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €13
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €28
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 53 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 3
- Distance
- 132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Paignton will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 trains from Bristol to Paignton, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
8:11 AM 1h40 Bristol 9:51 AM Paignton €13 1 One-way 0 transfers9:45 AM 1h58 Bristol 11:43 AM Paignton €26 1 One-way 0 transfers11:41 AM 2h02 Bristol 1:43 PM Paignton €45 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:11 AM 1h40 Bristol 9:51 AM Paignton €13 1 One-way 0 transfers9:45 AM 1h58 Bristol 11:43 AM Paignton €26 1 One-way 0 transfers11:41 AM 2h02 Bristol 1:43 PM Paignton €45 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Paignton
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Trains from Bristol to Paignton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Bristol to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Paignton trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66476+ C48002 | On time 9:50 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h33 | 12:23 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 1 transfer | |
| K02002+C48006 | On time 10:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h27 | 1:22 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41662 · W34799 | On time 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h44 | 1:44 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01136+W34799 | On time 11:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h47 | 1:44 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 1 transfer | |
| G01142+C48017 | On time 12:51 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h30 | 3:21 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 1 transfer | |
| 8:11 AM Bristol | 1h40 | 9:51 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Paignton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Paignton
Most Bristol to Paignton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Paignton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Paignton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Paignton station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Paignton from Paignton city centre
Paignton train station facilities and services
Paignton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Paignton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paignton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paignton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paignton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paignton: 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.
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