The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Paignton
Cheapest price
$267
Average price
$267
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Paignton will cost around $267 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $267.
Of the 1 trains that leave Luton for Paignton on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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 bus and train for Luton to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€85 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Paignton trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:02 AM Luton | 4h42 | 12:44 PM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 3:09 AM Luton | 5h23 | 8:32 AM Paignton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Luton to Paignton trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all train services from Luton to Paignton. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Luton to Paignton.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Paignton
Trains from Luton to Paignton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (272 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 169 miles (272 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Luton to Paignton trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Luton and Paignton from $30 (€24). 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 Luton to Paignton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Paignton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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