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Outbound fromPaignton to Taunton by train
It takes an average of 1h 9m to travel from Paignton to Taunton by train, over a distance of around 45 miles (73 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Paignton to Taunton and tickets for this journey start from £13.60 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Paignton to Taunton by train
Looking to travel from Paignton to Taunton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 9 minutes to travel from Paignton to Taunton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 2 minutes though. You'll usually find 11 trains per day running along the 45 miles (73 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Taunton. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry to get to Taunton – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Paignton to Taunton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £13.60.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Paignton to Taunton
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Paignton to Taunton is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.