The average train between Paignton and Blackpool takes 6h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton 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 Paignton and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton 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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5h 51m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paignton 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 Paignton to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Blackpool station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.
Paignton to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Paignton to Blackpool train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Paignton and Blackpool is 377.6 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 54m.