The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Torquay
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Torquay will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Torquay on Mon, Aug 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
7:11 AM1h33Bristol8:44 AMTorquay€111One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM1h33Bristol9:44 AMTorquay€191One-way0 transfers
11:13 AM1h47Bristol1:00 PMTorquay€261One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM1h51Bristol11:36 AMTorquay€291One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM1h33Bristol9:44 AMTorquay€191One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM1h33Bristol8:44 AMTorquay€111One-way0 transfers
11:13 AM1h47Bristol1:00 PMTorquay€261One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM1h51Bristol11:36 AMTorquay€291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:11 AM Bristol | 1h33 | 8:44 AM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Bristol | 1h33 | 9:44 AM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Bristol | 1h51 | 11:36 AM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Bristol | 1h47 | 1:00 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Torquay
Trains from Bristol to Torquay run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Bristol to Torquay trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Torquay from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Torquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Torquay by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Torquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Torquay
Most Bristol to Torquay trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Torquay station pair, with some services arriving at Torre. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Torquay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street train station facilities and services
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
Which Torquay station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Torquay from Torquay city centre
Torquay is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:
Torquay train station facilities and services
Torquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: On the Rocks, The Elephant Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Torquay. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Torquay. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Torquay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Torquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Torquay: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Grand Hotel, The Imperial Torquay, Hampton by Hilton Torquay.
Getting to Torre from Torquay city centre
Torre is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:
Torre train station facilities and services
Torre has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Torre.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Torre: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Torre: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Torre: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” This station has a degree of step free access to the down platform to Torquay however the north bound platform towards Exeter can only be accessed via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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