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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Blackpool is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Blackpool is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton 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 6h 54m.

How far is it from Paignton to Blackpool?

The distance between Paignton and Blackpool is 315 miles. The road distance is 298 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 54m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Paignton to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Blackpool train from?

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

Where does the Paignton to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paignton to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Blackpool is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Paignton to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1926+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Paignton to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 54m
£145–235
Drive 296.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paignton to Blackpoolcar 296.3 mi
5h 3m
£73–105
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 37m
£113–212
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 5m
£170–245
Train #2
1. Take the train from Paignton to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
9h 14m
£149–277

Paignton to Blackpool by train

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 312.8 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Blackpool North via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 54m.

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