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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Paignton
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
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 €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 trains from Bristol to Paignton, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
11:13 AM1h54Bristol1:07 PMPaignton€111One-way0 transfers- 8:11 AM1h40Bristol9:51 AMPaignton€191One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM2h07Bristol10:52 AMPaignton€201One-way0 transfers
- 7:11 AM1h40Bristol8:51 AMPaignton€261One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 AM1h48Bristol9:33 AMPaignton€301One-way0 transfers
- 8:11 AM1h40Bristol9:51 AMPaignton€191One-way0 transfers
- 7:11 AM1h40Bristol8:51 AMPaignton€261One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 AM1h48Bristol9:33 AMPaignton€301One-way0 transfers
- 11:13 AM1h54Bristol1:07 PMPaignton€111One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM2h07Bristol10:52 AMPaignton€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €21, while a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 132 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Paignton:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Paignton costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Paignton take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 4m.
Live departures
Bristol to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Paignton trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:11 AM Bristol | 1h40 | 9:51 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 7:11 AM Bristol | 1h40 | 8:51 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Paignton
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Trains from Bristol to Paignton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 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 38m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Paignton trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Paignton from €15. 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 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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