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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paignton to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£329
Average price
£331
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
8 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
378 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Blackpool will cost around £331 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £329.
Fast trains
To travel from Paignton to Blackpool you need to make at least 2 changes.
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00:0211h13
Paignton11:15Blackpool
£3291One-way
2 changes
08:336h42
Paignton15:15Blackpool
£3291One-way
2 changes
00:0211h13
Paignton11:15Blackpool
£3341One-way
4 changes
09:165h59
Paignton15:15Blackpool
£3341One-way
4 changes
09:165h59
Paignton15:15Blackpool
£3341One-way
4 changes
08:336h42
Paignton15:15Blackpool
£3291One-way
2 changes
00:0211h13
Paignton11:15Blackpool
£3341One-way
4 changes
00:0211h13
Paignton11:15Blackpool
£3291One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Paignton to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 13:47
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:02 Paignton | 11h13 | 11:15 Blackpool | 4 changes | |
| 00:02 Paignton | 11h13 | 11:15 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 08:33 Paignton | 6h42 | 15:15 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 09:16 Paignton | 5h59 | 15:15 Blackpool | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to Blackpool
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Trains from Paignton to Blackpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £316 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 17:40. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 5h 31m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £316 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 17:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Paignton to Blackpool trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Paignton and Blackpool from £316. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 11m
Cheapest Price
£316
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 31m
Cheapest Price
£324
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Paignton to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton to Blackpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Paignton to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £316, while the average price tends to be around £322.
The train journey from Paignton to Blackpool covers a distance of 378 km and takes approximately 5h 31m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Paignton to Blackpool is 378 km.
The first train from Paignton to Blackpool leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Paignton to Blackpool departs at 17:40.
Trains from Paignton to Blackpool run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Paignton to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Paignton to Blackpool.
To travel from Paignton to Blackpool, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Paignton to Blackpool.
The train station in Paignton that goes to Blackpool is Paignton station (PGN), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Blackpool is by train, costing approximately £316.
Booking trains from Paignton to Blackpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Paignton to Blackpool offers varied scenery, taking you through the picturesque landscapes of Devon and the rolling countryside of the North West, providing a pleasant and scenic travel experience.
A day trip from Paignton to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 31m. The distance is 378 km, and there are 9 trains available per day.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Paignton to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paignton and Blackpool
Paignton
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Paignton is Paignton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton for your trip from Paignton to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:55 - 19:00 Saturday 06:55 - 16:55 Sunday 10:10 - 17:10
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The public phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Paignton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Paignton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
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