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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paignton to Bristol by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Paignton to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Paignton to Bristol start from $14. The average price for this train route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Paignton to Bristol?
The average train ride duration from Paignton to Bristol is 2h 21m, covering a distance of 82 miles (133 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Paignton to Bristol route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Paignton to Bristol?
The earliest train departs from Paignton to Bristol at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.
What is the best train operator from Paignton to Bristol?
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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Paignton to Bristol?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Paignton to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Bristol?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Bristol was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Paignton to Bristol, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $124 for a train ticket from Paignton to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-01-29.
Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
