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Trip Overview

The average train between Torquay and Preston takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Torquay to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 41m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£139
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Torquay to Preston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Torquay and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Preston at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryAvanti West Coast11h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 35m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Torquay to Preston? 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.

Map of how to get from Torquay to Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 295.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Torquay, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Paignton to Preston via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 22m.

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