Exeter to Torquay bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to Torquay

Showing times and prices for Nov 26

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€6

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

53 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter to Torquay will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Exeter for Torquay on Wed, Nov 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
09:15PM0h45
Exeter
10:00PMTorquay
€61One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:55PM1h00
Exeter
04:55PMTorquay
€61One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:40PM0h55
Exeter
04:35PMTorquay
€71One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Exeter to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 29 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€10

Average price

1h 19m

Average total duration

49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Exeter to Torquay bus times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Torquay buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:22 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express3:40 PM Exeter
0h55
4:35 PM Torquay0 transfersDirect
national_express9:15 PM Exeter
0h45
10:00 PM Torquay0 transfersDirect
national_express10:05 PM Exeter
0h40
10:45 PM Torquay0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter to Torquay

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Buses from Exeter to Torquay run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 29 km distance in 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
29 km
Average bus duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Dartline Coaches from Exeter to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Torquay with National Express, Dartline Coaches for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
€6
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Dartline Coaches

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Dartline Coaches frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Exeter to Torquay

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Torquay by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Torquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Exeter to Torquay can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter to Torquay is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Exeter to Torquay coach time is 40 min   covering the 28 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Exeter to Torquay leaves at 04: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Exeter to Torquay leaves at 23: 05.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Exeter to Torquay without having to change trains with Dartline Coaches. There are 6 direct coaches from Exeter to Torquay each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Exeter to Torquay coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Dartline Coaches. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Exeter and Torquay to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Torquay, Coach Station, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Torquay from Exeter is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Exeter to Torquay by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel to Torquay from Exeter 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Exeter to Torquay has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    No, luggage for the coach from Exeter to Torquay needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Exeter to Torquay

    Exeter
    Torquay
    The major bus station for departures in Exeter is Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) for your trip from Exeter to Torquay.
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