Blackpool to Plymouth train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Blackpool to Plymouth by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Blackpool to Plymouth take around 5 hours and 54 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 387 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Blackpool is scheduled to depart at around  03:37. The last departure is usually at around 22:45 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Blackpool at around 03:33, with the last train leaving at around 22:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 47 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £83.06.

We think any time is a great time to visit Plymouth, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Plymouth.

Is there a direct train from Blackpool to Plymouth?

The journey between Blackpool and Plymouth usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Blackpool to Plymouth?

The Blackpool to Plymouth train travel takes about 5 hours and 54 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Blackpool to Plymouth train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Plymouth leaving Blackpool at around 03:37 and the last train leaving at around 22:45 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Blackpool at around 03:33, with the final departure at 22:45.