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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Paignton (PGN)

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25

train journeys
per day

73

miles (119 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Paignton (PGN)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Paignton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Paignton is approximately 73 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Paignton.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Paignton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Paignton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:59
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:24
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    12:24
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:59
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:07
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:59
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    14:23
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:59
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    16:26
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:18
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    18:53
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:27
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:30
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:35
    Cardiff Central
    Paignton
    Cardiff Central to Paignton

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Paignton Station

Station name Paignton (PGN)
Address Paignton station, Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:55 - 18:00
Saturday 07:30 - 16:55
Sunday 09:40 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Paignton

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Paignton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Paignton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Paignton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Paignton. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Paignton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Paignton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.