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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Torquay is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Newton Abbot via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Preston to Torquay?

The distance between Preston and Torquay is 295 miles. The road distance is 281.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Torquay without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 16m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Preston to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Torquay train from?

Preston to Torquay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Torquay train arrive?

Preston to Torquay train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Torquay is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Preston to Torquay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2730+ hotels available in Torquay.

Preston to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Torquay by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
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 / ...
6h 16m
£134–203
Drive 279.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Torquaycar 279.9 mi
4h 37m
£69–100
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 23m
£104–245
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newton Abbottrain
9h 34m
£138–254

Preston to Torquay by train and bus

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6h 16mAverage Duration

£134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Union Street via Birmingham New Street, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 6h 16m.

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