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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Paignton (PGN)

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17

train journeys
per day

184

miles (297 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Paignton (PGN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Paignton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Paignton is approximately 184 miles (297 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Paignton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Paignton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Paignton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:44
    9 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:07
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:43
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    5 hrs 2 changes
    16:50
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    18:53
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:44
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:50
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    21:35
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    22:55
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    23:55
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:46
    13 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Leicester
    Paignton
    Leicester to Paignton

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Leicester and Paignton

The travel time between Leicester and Paignton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Paignton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Paignton. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Paignton.

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