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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Torquay is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Newton Abbot via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Kent to Torquay?

The distance between Kent and Torquay is 269 miles. The road distance is 233.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Torquay without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 5h 12m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Kent to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Torquay train from?

Kent to Torquay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Torquay train arrive?

Kent to Torquay train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Torquay is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Kent to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2726+ hotels available in Torquay.

Kent to Torquay - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kent to Torquay by train, car, or plane

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 12m
£122–234
Drive 232 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Torquaycar 232 mi
4h
£58–83
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 59m
£137–319
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 45m
£115–220
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
7h 20m
£102–237
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
7h 49m
£229–503

Kent to Torquay by train, subway, and bus

155Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.3 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Union Street via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 12m.

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