The average train between Torquay and Preston takes 6h 22m 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.
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 8:10 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 5m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Preston. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Preston station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Torquay to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Torquay to Preston train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Torquay and Preston is 371.3 km. The road distance is 475 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Preston via Newton Abbot and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 22m.