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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Torbay is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Torbay is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Torbay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Upper Manor Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Torbay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Torquay. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Exeter to Torbay?

The distance between Exeter and Torbay is 26 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Torbay without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £11 - £22.

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

The train from Exeter St Davids to Torquay takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Torbay bus from?

Exeter to Torbay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Torbay train from?

Exeter to Torbay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Torbay?

The best way to get from Exeter to Torbay is to train which takes 45 min and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £12 and takes 1h.

Where does the Exeter to Torbay bus arrive?

Exeter to Torbay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Upper Manor Road station.

Where does the Exeter to Torbay train arrive?

Exeter to Torbay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Torquay station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Torbay?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Torbay is 24 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Exeter to Torbay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torbay?

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Can I share a ride from Exeter to Torbay?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Exeter and Torbay. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Exeter to Torbay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and line 12 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Torbay by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
45 min
£11–22
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Exeter to Torquayrideshare 24 mi
50 min
£2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Upper Manor Roadbus 501
1h
£4–12
Bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Hollicombe Parkbus 12
2h 40m
£5–8
Drive 24 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Torbaycar 24 mi
29 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to Torbaytaxi 24 mi
29 min
£50–65

Exeter to Torbay by train

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Torquay hourly. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 45 min. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Upper Manor Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £4–12 and the journey takes 1h. Dartline Coaches also services this route once daily.

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