- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to London will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 17 trains that leave Paignton for London on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
Y80257+
L79425
Y80263+
L79435
G15229+
L79392
W34582
Y41864+
L79369
Y80244 · W34566
Y80251 · W34572
Y80263 · G14925
Y80257 · W34577
W34582Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paignton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $309 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paignton to London:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paignton to London costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $281 (€230) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paignton to London costing on average $309 (€253).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 6m.
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
The journey is about 33m faster (3h 32m by train vs 4h 5m by car) and roughly $31 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($82 (€67) vs $114 (€93)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to London trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y41864+ L79369 · L80068 | 7:19 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 4h28 | 11:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
Y41864+ L79369 | 7:19 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 4h30 | 11:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
Y41870 · G14921 | 8:15 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h13 | 11:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y41870+ L79380 | 8:15 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 4h34 | 12:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
Y41873 · W34559 | 8:45 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h21 | 12:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15229+ L79392 | 9:16 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 4h33 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
G15229 · W34562 | 9:16 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h13 | 12:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y80244 · W34566 | 10:24 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h05 | 1:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y80248+ G01073+ G15046 | 10:41 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h31 | 2:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14922 | 10:55 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h22 | 2:17 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y80251 · W34572 | 11:20 AM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h09 | 2:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y80257+ L79425 | 12:20 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 4h25 | 4:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
Y80257 · W34577 | 12:20 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h10 | 3:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y80257 · G14923 | 12:20 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h56 | 4:16 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y80263+ L79435 | 1:20 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 4h29 | 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
Y80263 · G14925 | 1:20 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h09 | 4:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34582 | 1:55 PM Paignton station (PGN) | 3h12 | 5:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paignton to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames. Popular for its collection and river views.
Lively district known for historic piazza spaces, street performers, boutique shopping, and easy access to theatres and museums.
Riverside walking area with major views of the Thames, bridges, landmarks, and a busy cultural atmosphere.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paignton to London trains use the Paignton to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Paignton and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paignton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Paignton.
Ticket office support is available at Paignton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paignton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paignton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paignton: 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.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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