The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Paignton
Cheapest price
$443
Average price
$443
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
9
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 $443 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $443.
It's difficult to get from Leeds to Paignton without transferring at least once.
6:11 AM5h32Leeds11:43 AMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
7:10 AM5h29Leeds12:39 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
8:15 AM5h28Leeds1:43 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
9:15 AM5h33Leeds2:48 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
10:15 AM5h28Leeds3:43 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
12:15 PM5h18Leeds5:33 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
1:15 PM5h18Leeds6:33 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
8:15 AM5h28Leeds1:43 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
10:15 AM5h28Leeds3:43 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
7:10 AM5h29Leeds12:39 PMPaignton$4431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the train 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 $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $81.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Paignton:
A bus is $99 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Paignton costing on average $158 (€131).
Other travel options to Paignton take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 25m.
Tickets start at around $158 (€131) compared to roughly $105 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-53.05 (€-43.84). The journey takes 5h 10m versus 5h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Leeds to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Paignton trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 AM Leeds | 5h33 | 2:48 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Leeds | 5h28 | 3:43 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Leeds | 5h35 | 4:50 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Leeds | 5h18 | 5:33 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Leeds | 5h18 | 6:33 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Leeds | 5h50 | 8:05 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Leeds | 5h29 | 8:44 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Leeds | 5h39 | 10:54 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Leeds | 5h40 | 11:55 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
![]() | 6:11 AM Leeds | 5h32 | 11:43 AM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Leeds | 5h29 | 12:39 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Leeds | 5h28 | 1:43 PM Paignton | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€67) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€67) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Leeds to Paignton trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Paignton from $43 (€35). 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
- 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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