The average train between Blackpool and Plymouth takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Plymouth. 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 Blackpool and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 10:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Plymouth? 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 Blackpool to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Plymouth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
Blackpool to Plymouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Plymouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Blackpool to Plymouth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Blackpool and Plymouth is 390.3 km. The road distance is 541 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Plymouth via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 33m.