The average train between Plymouth and Torquay takes 1h 11m and the fastest train takes 56 min. There is an hourly train service from Plymouth to Torquay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Plymouth and Torquay. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Torquay at 11:03 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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59 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Plymouth to Torquay? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Torquay station via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.
Plymouth to Torquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Torquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Paignton station.
Book your Plymouth to Torquay train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Plymouth and Torquay is 44.9 km. The road distance is 64 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Paignton via Newton Abbot in around 1h 13m.