The average train between Torquay and Croydon takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay to Croydon. 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 Croydon. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Croydon at 6:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Torquay to Croydon? 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 Croydon. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Croydon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Torquay to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Torquay to Croydon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Torquay and Croydon is 261 km. The road distance is 348 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 2h 35m.