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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Torbay is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Torbay is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Torbay?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Torbay. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Upper Manor Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Torbay?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Torbay. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Torquay via Westbury (Wilts) and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Torbay?

The distance between Portsmouth and Torbay is 178 miles. The road distance is 147.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Torbay without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Portsmouth to Torbay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Torbay bus from?

Portsmouth to Torbay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Torbay train from?

Portsmouth to Torbay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Torbay?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Torbay is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h.

Where does the Portsmouth to Torbay bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Torbay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Torbay train arrive?

Portsmouth to Torbay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Torbay?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Torbay is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portsmouth to Torbay.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 41m
£75–152
Drive 147 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Torbaycar 147 mi
2h 47m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Upper Manor Roadbus 501
8h
£48–115
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
4h 59m
£68–149

Portsmouth to Torbay by train

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Torquay via Westbury (Wilts) and Newton Abbot in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Upper Manor Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h.

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