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It takes an average of 4h 56m to travel from Manchester to Paignton by train, over a distance of around 218 miles (351 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Paignton and tickets for this journey start from £70.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 14:03 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Paignton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 50m | |
| Distance | 218 miles (351 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £70.50 | |
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Taking the train from Manchester to Paignton in 4 hours 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Paignton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 56 minutes to travel the 218 miles (351 km) from Manchester to Paignton by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with CrossCountry for all or at least part of your journey to Paignton.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Paignton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £70.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Paignton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Paignton?
The price of train tickets from Manchester to Paignton starts at £70.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.