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Compare 2 ways to travel from Taunton to Paignton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paignton. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 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 Taunton to Paignton 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 Taunton to Paignton?
The cheapest train tickets from Taunton to Paignton start from R 127. The average price for this train route is around R 641. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Taunton to Paignton?
The average train journey time from Taunton to Paignton is 1h 14m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Taunton to Paignton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Taunton to Paignton?
The earliest train from Taunton to Paignton departs at 08:08. And the latest train departs at 20:47.
Which is the best train operator from Taunton to Paignton?
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 Taunton to Paignton?
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 Taunton to Paignton?
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 Taunton to Paignton?
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 Taunton to Paignton was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 231To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Taunton to Paignton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 231 to R 1 219 for a train ticket from Taunton to Paignton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 231, which is on 2025-12-17.
