Trains tickets from Paignton to Exeter

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Paignton
    Departure location: Paignton
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter St David's
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Paignton
    Departure location: Paignton
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter St Thomas
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Paignton
    Departure location: Paignton
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter St Thomas
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Paignton
    Departure location: Paignton
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter St David's
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Paignton
    Departure location: Paignton
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Exeter
    Destination location: Exeter Central
    Operated by: Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Paignton to Exeter.

Average Price$6 - $11Average Duration1h 15m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$14 - $34Average Duration50m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$8 - $8Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Paignton to Exeter

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
30mAverage Duration
$8Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Paignton to Exeter: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$14
Average train trip duration50m
Number of daily trains10
Earliest train departure7:09am
Distance21 miles (33 km)
Latest train departure4:40pm

Paignton to Exeter Train

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paignton to Exeter was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $16 for a train ticket from Paignton to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Paignton to Exeter is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Exeter, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Paignton and Exeter, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Paignton to Exeter, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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