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Paignton to Briton Ferry by train

First train

06:39

Last train

23:01

Departure station

Paignton

Arrival station

Briton Ferry

Journey time

From 4h 9m

Distance

84 miles (135 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Paignton to Briton Ferry in 4 hours 9 minutes

If you want to travel from Paignton to Briton Ferry by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Paignton to Briton Ferry by train to take around 5 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 84 miles (135 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Briton Ferry. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Paignton to Briton Ferry are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Paignton to Briton Ferry? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Paignton and Briton Ferry by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Paignton to Briton Ferry is 4 hours and 9 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Paignton to Briton Ferry?

No, there are no direct train services from Paignton to Briton Ferry. Travelling from Paignton to Briton Ferry by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Paignton to Briton Ferry leave?

The first train from Paignton to Briton Ferry leaves at 06:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Paignton to Briton Ferry leave?

The last train from Paignton to Briton Ferry leaves at 23:01. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Paignton and Briton Ferry by train?

Trains travelling from Paignton to Briton Ferry cover a distance of around 84 miles (135 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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