The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Paignton
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Paignton will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leeds for Paignton on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €103.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€152 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leeds to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Paignton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:34 AM Leeds | 8h18 | 9:52 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:11 AM Leeds | 5h32 | 10:43 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Leeds | 5h32 | 12:43 PM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Paignton
Trains from Leeds to Paignton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€103) but you can travel from only $37 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 19:04. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€103) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 19:04 |
Train companies: Cross Country from Leeds to Paignton trainsCross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Paignton from $37 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Paignton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Paignton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paignton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Paignton
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
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