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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Torquay is to fly and train which costs £80 - £200 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Torquay is to fly and train which takes 5h 40m and costs £100 - £300.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Paignton via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Torquay?

The distance between Edinburgh and Torquay is 538 miles. The road distance is 461.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs £230 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Edinburgh to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Torquay train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Torquay train arrive?

Edinburgh to Torquay train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Torquay is 461 miles. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Edinburgh to Torquay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2667+ hotels available in Torquay.

Edinburgh to Torquay - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Torquay by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 42m
£235–345
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
6h 39m
£82–210
Drive 458.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Torquaycar 458.8 mi
7h 49m
£114–164
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
5h 58m
£84–200
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newton Abbottrain
11h
£157–305
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
5h 40m
£108–294
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbottrain
7h 29m
£120–240
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 32m
£125–318

Edinburgh to Torquay by train

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8h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 534.7 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Torquay, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £230–340 and the journey takes 8h 5m.

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