How much is the train ticket from Paignton to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Paignton to London start from R 1 118. The average price for this train route is around R 1 840. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Paignton to London?

The average train journey time from Paignton to London is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 266 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Paignton to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paignton to London?

The earliest train from Paignton to London departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

Train Paignton to London from R 985

Next train departures

Next departures from Paignton to London on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:22	Paignton	3h 47m	19:09	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	10:24	Paignton	3h 36m	14:00	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	08:15	Paignton	3h 43m	11:58	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:15	Paignton	3h 43m	11:58	London Paddington	No tags
Train	09:16	Paignton	3h 41m	12:57	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Paignton to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Paignton	3h 42m	10:52	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Paignton	3h 26m	12:00	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:10	Paignton	3h 42m	10:52	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:34	Paignton	3h 26m	12:00	London Paddington	No tags
Train	09:16	Paignton	3h 43m	12:59	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:00 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Paignton to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 478, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

269 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 301 - R 1 023	Average duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 118 - R 5 790	Average duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 478 - R 478	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 118

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paignton to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Paignton to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Paignton to London start from R 1 118. The average price for this train route is around R 1 840. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Paignton to London?
The average train journey time from Paignton to London is 3h 12m, covering a distance of 266 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Paignton to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paignton to London?
The earliest train from Paignton to London departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 19:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 1 740

11/12

R 1 740

Today

R 1 745

13/12

R 1 791

14/12

No data

15/12

R 1 103

16/12

R 1 083

17/12

R 1 092

The cheapest trip from Paignton to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 083

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Paignton to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 083 to R 5 516 for a train ticket from Paignton to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 083, which is on 2025-12-16.