The cheapest and fastest buses from Plymouth to Torquay
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plymouth to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Torquay will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 3 buses that leave Plymouth for Torquay on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plymouth to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth 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 49m. 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 €6.
Distance: 46 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Torquay bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:20 AM Plymouth | 1h15 | 6:35 AM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Plymouth | 1h25 | 10:10 AM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 PM Plymouth | 1h05 | 11:10 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Torquay
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Torquay with National Express for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Plymouth to Torquay

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Plymouth, Coach Station, which is located around 0.3 miles (496 m) 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.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Plymouth to Torquay
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station)
- The Singing Kettle (0.5 km)
- Small World Tapas (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 12, 22, 31 Train: Torquay Station
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