What is the cheapest way to get from Torquay to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Blackpool is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Torquay to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Blackpool North via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Torquay to Blackpool?

The distance between Torquay and Blackpool is 315 miles. The road distance is 296.8 miles.

How do I travel from Torquay to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Torquay to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h and costs £80 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Torquay to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Torquay to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Blackpool train from?

Torquay to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Torquay to Blackpool train arrive?

Torquay to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Blackpool is 297 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Torquay to Blackpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Torquay to Blackpool?

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Torquay to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Blackpool by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
7h
£80–248
Drive 295 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Blackpool295 mi
4h 59m
£73–106
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 39m
£101–338
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Manchester PiccadillyPaignton - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 4m
£161–455

Torquay to Blackpool by train

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Map of how to get from Torquay to Blackpool.

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Distance: 312.7 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Blackpool North via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 7h.

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