The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Paignton
Cheapest price
$191
Average price
$239
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Paignton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Paignton will cost around $239 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $191.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich for Paignton on Fri, Nov 07, 2 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 415 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 33 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 33 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 Norwich to Paignton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Paignton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€183 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest |
6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Paignton train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Paignton trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 PM Norwich | 5h44 | 5:44 PM Paignton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:02 PM Norwich | 12h13 | 10:15 AM Paignton | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Paignton
Trains from Norwich to Paignton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $62 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:20 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Paignton trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Paignton from $62 (€51). 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 Norwich to Paignton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Paignton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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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