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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Torquay is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Torquay Grammar Schools via Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newton Abbot via Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Wales to Torquay?

The distance between Wales and Torquay is 143 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Wales to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Torquay bus from?

Wales to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Torquay?

The best way to get from Wales to Torquay is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Wales to Torquay bus arrive?

Wales to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Wales to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Torquay is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Wales to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2684+ hotels available in Torquay.

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There are 3 ways to get from Wales to Torquay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 47m
£58–105
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Sidwell Street to Torquay Grammar Schoolsbus Tg1
4h 47m
£21–33
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Torquaycar 127.6 mi
2h 18m
£32–46

Wales to Torquay by train and bus

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3h 47mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Wales and Torquay, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cary Parade via Taunton, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Torquay Grammar Schools via Bampfylde Street and Sidwell Street in around 4h 47m.

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