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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Torquay is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Torquay via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Torquay?

The distance between Blackburn and Torquay is 298 miles. The road distance is 280.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £160 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Blackburn to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Torquay train from?

Blackburn to Torquay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Blackburn to Torquay train arrive?

Blackburn to Torquay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Torquay station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Torquay is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Blackburn to Torquay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torquay?

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Blackburn to Torquay - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackburn to Torquay by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Torquaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 50m
£161–230
Drive 278.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Torquaycar 278.6 mi
4h 55m
£68–98
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
5h 25m
£100–201
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 16m
£142–213
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
9h 49m
£137–262

Blackburn to Torquay by train and tram

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.5 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Torquay twice daily. Tickets cost £150–210 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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