Train from Paignton to Taunton: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Paignton to Taunton on December 17
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Compare 2 ways to go from Paignton to Taunton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 25mAverage Duration
45 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$16 - $16Average Duration2h 25m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$25 - $75Average Duration1h 24m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paignton to Taunton by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Paignton to Taunton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Paignton to Taunton start from $25. The average price for this train route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Paignton to Taunton?

    The average train ride duration from Paignton to Taunton is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 46 miles (74 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators service the Paignton to Taunton route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Paignton to Taunton?

    The earliest train departs from Paignton to Taunton at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 6:51pm.

  5. What 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.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Paignton to Taunton?

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

  8. 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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$23
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paignton to Taunton was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $23

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 $23 to $71 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 $23 which is on 2025-12-18.

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