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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Torquay is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Cary Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Paignton via Reading and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Torquay?

The distance between Bournemouth and Torquay is 242 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Bournemouth to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Torquay?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Torquay is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Bournemouth to Torquay.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay?

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Where can I stay near Torquay?

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Bournemouth to Torquay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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

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Train
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 38m
£101–175
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Torquaycar 100.9 mi
2h 9m
£25–36
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
6h 24m
£38–73
Bus, train, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newton Abbottrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
6h 5m
£46–94
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
7h 58m
£45–78

Bournemouth to Torquay by train

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Paignton via Reading and Newton Abbot in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Cary Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station in around 7h 58m.

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