Midland Pullman day trip to the English Riviera, running along the Dawlish sea wall to Torquay and Paignton.
The Torbay Riviera Pullman brings the blue HST to Devon. The May 2027 running starts at Hull with pick-ups at Doncaster and Derby before heading south through Birmingham and Bristol to Exeter, then along the Exe estuary and the Dawlish sea wall to Newton Abbot, Torquay and Paignton.
Passengers have the afternoon in Torquay or Paignton, with Dartmouth reachable by the Dartmouth Steam Railway from Paignton, before the return.
As on all Midland Pullman trips, Pullman Dining includes breakfast and dinner with wine, while First Class is non-dining with refreshments.
The Humber, the Exe estuary, the Dawlish sea wall and Tor Bay are all on the left.
Sides are given facing the direction of travel. Miles are approximate from the start of the journey.
| Date | From | Traction | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 29 May 2027 06:00 |
Hull Also calls Brough, Gilberdyke and Goole. |
Midland Pullman HST (Class 43 power cars) | On sale |
Yes, a Swansea departure runs as the Torbay and Dartmouth Pullman in June 2027.
Around three to four hours.
By the Dartmouth Steam Railway and ferry from Paignton, time permitting.
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