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Trains from Paignton (PGN) to Reading

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23

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:04 / 00:14

first / last train

3

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Paignton (PGN) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Paignton and Reading , with 3 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Paignton to Reading is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Paignton to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Paignton to Reading

Journeys from Paignton to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:04
    2 hrs 30 mins1 change
    08:34
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:34
    2 hrs 56 mins1 change
    09:30
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    10:47
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:15
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    10:58
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:48
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    11:39
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:16
    2 hrs 44 mins1 change
    12:00
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:24
    2 hrs 34 mins1 change
    12:58
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:42
    3 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    13:45
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:55
    2 hrs 53 minsDirect
    13:48
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:20
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    14:03
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:20
    2 hrs 39 mins1 change
    14:59
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:20
    2 hrs 36 mins1 change
    15:56
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:55
    2 hrs 46 minsDirect
    16:41
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:20
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    17:02
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:22
    2 hrs 35 mins1 change
    17:57
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:16
    2 hrs 44 mins1 change
    19:00
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:40
    3 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    19:46
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:40
    3 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    20:44
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:18
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    21:00
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:04
    2 hrs 56 minsDirect
    22:00
    Paignton
    Reading
    Paignton to Reading

About Paignton Station

Station name Paignton (PGN)
AddressPaignton station, Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:55 - 18:00
Saturday 07:30 - 16:55
Sunday 09:40 - 16:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Paignton and Reading

The travel time between Paignton and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Paignton and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:14.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 3 direct services per day from Paignton to Reading

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

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