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Paignton to Horsham by train

First train

06:19

Last train

18:15

Departure station

Paignton

Arrival station

Horsham

Journey time

From 4h 41m

Distance

148 miles (239 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Travelling from Paignton to Horsham by train

Looking to travel from Paignton to Horsham by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 49 minutes to travel from Paignton to Horsham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 148 miles (239 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Horsham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to get to Horsham. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Paignton to Horsham 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!

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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Paignton to Horsham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Paignton to Horsham take?

The average journey time by train between Paignton and Horsham is 5 hours and 49 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Paignton and Horsham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Paignton to Horsham is 4 hours and 41 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Paignton to Horsham?

No, there are no direct train services from Paignton to Horsham. Travelling from Paignton to Horsham by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Paignton to Horsham leave?

The first train from Paignton to Horsham leaves at 06:19. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Paignton to Horsham leave?

The last train from Paignton to Horsham leaves at 18:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Paignton and Horsham by train?

Trains travelling from Paignton to Horsham cover a distance of around 148 miles (239 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Horsham to Paignton.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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