What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Torbay?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Torbay is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Torbay?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Torbay is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Torbay?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Torbay. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Hollicombe Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Torbay?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Torbay. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Paignton via Reading and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Torbay?

The distance between Bournemouth and Torbay is 242 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Torbay without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Torbay without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 37m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Torbay?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Bournemouth to Torbay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Torbay bus from?

Bournemouth to Torbay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Torbay train from?

Bournemouth to Torbay train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Torbay?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Torbay is to train via Reading which takes 4h 37m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Torbay bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Torbay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Torbay train arrive?

Bournemouth to Torbay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Torbay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Torbay is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Bournemouth to Torbay.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Torbay?

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Where can I stay near Torbay?

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Torbay by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 37m
£101–175
Drive 101.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Torbaycar 101.6 mi
2h 8m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 501
8h 6m
£45–79
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
6h 6m
£47–97
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 25m
£39–76

Bournemouth to Torbay by train

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Torbay, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Paignton via Reading and Newton Abbot in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Hollicombe Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station in around 8h 6m.

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