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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Torquay is to bus and line 2 bus and line 11 bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Torquay is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Cary Parade via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and John Nash Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Newton Abbot via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Dorset to Torquay?

The distance between Dorset and Torquay is 94 miles. The road distance is 79.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Torquay without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 19m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Dorset to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Torquay bus from?

Dorset to Torquay bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Torquay train from?

Dorset to Torquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Torquay?

The best way to get from Dorset to Torquay is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus and line 11 bus, which costs £11 - £20 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Dorset to Torquay bus arrive?

Dorset to Torquay bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Torquay train arrive?

Dorset to Torquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Torquay is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Dorset to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2669+ hotels available in Torquay.

Dorset to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Torquay by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 19m
£25–47
Bus, line 2 bus, line 11 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to John Nash Drivebus 2
5. Take the bus from John Nash Drive to Cary Paradebus 11
7h 40m
£12–19
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 36m
£49–92
Drive 78.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Torquaycar 78.8 mi
1h 40m
£20–29

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Distance: 93.1 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Blue Vinny to Union Street via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Cary Parade via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, and John Nash Drive in around 7h 40m.

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