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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Torquay is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Torquay. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Tesco via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Torquay. 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 Torquay?

The distance between Portsmouth and Torquay is 178 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Torquay?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Torquay is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Portsmouth to Torquay.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Portsmouth to Torquay by train, bus, or car

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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
£75–153
Drive 146.3 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Torquaycar 146.3 mi
2h 48m
£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 Rail Stationbus 501
7h 52m
£45–113
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 Torquay by train

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Torquay, 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 Tesco via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station in around 7h 52m.

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