How much is the train ticket from Paignton to Taunton?

The cheapest train tickets from Paignton to Taunton start from R 417. The average price for this train route is around R 1 240. 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 Taunton?

The average train journey time from Paignton to Taunton is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Paignton to Taunton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

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

The earliest train from Paignton to Taunton departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:51.

Which is the best train operator from Paignton to Taunton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paignton to Taunton?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Paignton to Taunton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Paignton to Taunton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Paignton to Taunton from R 313

Next train departures

Next departures from Paignton to Taunton on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Paignton	1h 27m	09:42	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	10:14	Paignton	1h 7m	11:21	Taunton	Fastest
Train	08:15	Paignton	1h 27m	09:42	Taunton	No tags
Train	10:14	Paignton	1h 7m	11:21	Taunton	No tags
Train	09:16	Paignton	1h 25m	10:41	Taunton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:22 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Paignton to Taunton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 265, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 25mAverage duration

73 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 265 - R 271	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 417 - R 1 284	Average duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

CrossCountry

4.5/545 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi3.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paignton to Taunton 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 Taunton?
The cheapest train tickets from Paignton to Taunton start from R 417. The average price for this train route is around R 1 240. 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 Taunton?
The average train journey time from Paignton to Taunton is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Paignton to Taunton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Paignton to Taunton?
The earliest train from Paignton to Taunton departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:51.
Which is the best train operator from Paignton to Taunton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paignton to Taunton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Paignton to Taunton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Paignton to Taunton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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21/12

R 478

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R 606

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The cheapest trip from Paignton to Taunton was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 478

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

You can expect to pay from R 478 to R 1 205 for a train ticket from Paignton to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 606, which is on 2025-12-23.