The average train between Torquay and Cardiff Bay (Water) takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water). 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 Torquay and Cardiff Bay (Water). The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Cardiff Bay (Water) at 9:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 51m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)? 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 Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Bristol Temple Meads station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Torquay and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 113.1 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Cogan via Newton Abbot, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 33m.