The average train between Torquay and South Wales takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay to South Wales. 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 South Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 8:10 PM which arrives into South Wales at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 24m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Torquay to South Wales? 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 South Wales. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at South Wales station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Torquay to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Torquay to South Wales train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Torquay and South Wales is 137.9 km. The road distance is 263 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Cwmbach via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 46m.