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Southampton to Paignton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton to Paignton, starting from AU$25.07 and averaging AU$52.22. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 23 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:11 3 hours 33 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	17:44 Paignton	Find Tickets
14:23 3 hours 39 minutes, Changes required Southampton Airport Parkway	18:02 Paignton	Find Tickets
15:11 3 hours 42 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	18:53 Paignton	Find Tickets
15:23 3 hours 45 minutes, Changes required Southampton Airport Parkway	19:08 Paignton	Find Tickets
16:11 3 hours 54 minutes, Changes required Southampton Central	20:05 Paignton	Find Tickets
16:23 3 hours 42 minutes, Changes required Southampton Airport Parkway	20:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Southampton to Paignton Train Route Details

First train

05:33

Last train

23:08

Departure station

Southampton

Arrival station

Paignton

Journey time

3 hours 23 minutes

Distance

161 km

Price

AU$25.07*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Paignton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southampton to Paignton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southampton to Paignton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southampton to Paignton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton to Paignton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Southampton to Paignton Train prices and times

Southampton to Paignton Train Route Details