The average train between Torquay and Essex takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Torquay to Essex. 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 every 2 hours between Torquay and Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Torquay to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Torquay to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Torquay to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Torquay and Essex is 324.6 km. The road distance is 393 km.
You can take a train from Torquay to White Notley via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 5h 18m.