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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Torquay is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Torquay is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Tesco via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Torquay via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Purley to Torquay?

The distance between Purley and Torquay is 218 miles. The road distance is 192.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Purley to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Torquay bus from?

Purley to Torquay bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Torquay?

The best way to get from Purley to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Purley to Torquay bus arrive?

Purley to Torquay bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Torquay is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Purley to Torquay.

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

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Purley to Torquay - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Purley to Torquay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 16m
£97–185
Drive 191 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Torquaycar 191 mi
3h 40m
£47–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 501
8h 19m
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
5h 45m
£105–208
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 6m
£97–190
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
5h 30m
£87–193
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
6h 56m
£194–416
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
7h 44m
£246–508

Purley to Torquay by train

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Tesco via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 8h 19m.

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