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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Torbay is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Torbay is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Torbay?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Torbay. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Paignton via Westbury (Wilts) and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Southampton to Torbay?

The distance between Southampton and Torbay is 155 miles. The road distance is 127 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Torbay without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Southampton to Torbay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Torbay train from?

Southampton to Torbay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Torbay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Torbay?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Torbay is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Southampton to Torbay.

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

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Where can I stay near Torbay?

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Southampton to Torbay - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Torbay by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 56m
£65–127
Drive 126.2 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Torbaycar 126.2 mi
2h 36m
£31–45
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Hollicombe Parkbus 12
4h 25m
£55–122

Southampton to Torbay by train

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Paignton via Westbury (Wilts) and Newton Abbot in around 3h 56m.

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