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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Torquay is to bus which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Torquay is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Torquay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Royal Parade and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Torquay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Torquay. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Plymouth to Torquay?

The distance between Plymouth and Torquay is 38 miles. The road distance is 32.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £35.

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

The train from Plymouth to Torquay takes 54 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Torquay bus from?

Plymouth to Torquay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Royal Parade station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Torquay?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Torquay is to train which takes 54 min and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £4 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Plymouth to Torquay bus arrive?

Plymouth to Torquay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Torquay is 33 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Plymouth to Torquay.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Torquaytrain Plymouth - Paignton / ...
54 min
£17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus 80
1h 39m
£3–4
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Newton Abbottrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
1h 21m
£16–30
Drive 32.7 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Torquaycar 32.7 mi
46 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plymouth to Torquaytaxi 32.7 mi
46 min
£140–180

Plymouth to Torquay by train

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Distance: 37.5 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Torquay once a week. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Royal Parade to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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