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Compare 2 ways to travel from Paignton to Taunton
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 266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 1 242. 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 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paignton to Taunton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
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.
The cheapest trip from Paignton to Taunton was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 394To 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 394 to R 1 207 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 394, which is on 2025-12-18.
