The average train between Torquay and Blackpool takes 6h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Torquay to Blackpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Torquay and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Torquay to Blackpool? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Blackpool station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.
Torquay to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Torquay to Blackpool train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Torquay and Blackpool is 374.4 km. The road distance is 503 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Blackpool North via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 57m.