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The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Bristol
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torquay to Bristol will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Torquay for Bristol on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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.
P09006+
C2366810:47AM1h38
Torquay station (TQY)12:25PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€251One-way
1 transfer
P09001+C2366509:21AM2h03
Torquay station (TQY)11:24AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€251One-way
1 transfer
P08999+C2366108:20AM2h06
Torquay station (TQY)10:26AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€281One-way
1 transfer
C2339410:20AM1h34
Torquay station (TQY)11:54AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€491One-way
0 transfers
P08214 · P0987111:01AM2h15
Torquay station (TQY)01:16PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€561One-way
1 transfer
C2339410:20AM1h34
Torquay station (TQY)11:54AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€491One-way
0 transfers
P09006+C2366810:47AM1h38
Torquay station (TQY)12:25PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€251One-way
1 transfer
P09001+C2366509:21AM2h03
Torquay station (TQY)11:24AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€251One-way
1 transfer
P08999+C2366108:20AM2h06
Torquay station (TQY)10:26AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€281One-way
1 transfer
P08214 · P0987111:01AM2h15
Torquay station (TQY)01:16PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€561One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Torquay to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. 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 bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 128 km
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2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Torquay to Bristol train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:45 AM
Last updated at 12:45 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08999+C23661 | On time 8:20 AM Torquay station (TQY) | 2h06 | 10:26 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| P09000 · P08211 · P09869 | On time 8:50 AM Torquay station (TQY) | 2h27 | 11:17 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
| P09001+C23665 | On time 9:21 AM Torquay station (TQY) | 2h03 | 11:24 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| C23394 | On time 10:20 AM Torquay station (TQY) | 1h34 | 11:54 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P09006+C23668 | On time 10:47 AM Torquay station (TQY) | 1h38 | 12:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| P08214 · P09871 | On time 11:01 AM Torquay station (TQY) | 2h15 | 1:16 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Torquay to Bristol?
The best time to book your train from Torquay to Bristol is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Torquay to Bristol route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Torquay to Bristol per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Torquay to Bristol.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Torquay to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Torquay to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 23:50 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €8
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Torquay to Bristol trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Torquay and Bristol from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
€17
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
€33
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
€118
Cross Country frequency
4 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
€100
first_great_western frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Trains from Torquay to Bristol
FAQs: Travel by train from Torquay to Bristol easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Torquay to Bristol.
Cheap train tickets from Torquay to Bristol can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Torquay to Bristol is €36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Torquay to Bristol train time is 1 h 31 min covering the 127 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Torquay to Bristol leaves at 02: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Torquay to Bristol leaves at 23: 48.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Torquay to Bristol without having to change trains with first_great_western. There is 1 direct train from Torquay to Bristol each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Torquay to Bristol train with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between Torquay and Bristol as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 48.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Torquay, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bristol Temple Meads, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Bristol from Torquay is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 31 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Torquay to Bristol by train is January.
You have options as you can travel to Bristol from Torquay 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Torquay to Bristol
Torquay
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Torquay is Torquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Torquay for your trip from Torquay to Bristol.
Torquay
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
Dining
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via lifts and ramps.
Public transit options for Torquay
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
Torre
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Torre
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Newton Road Opposite Travelodge towards Paignton / Outside Travelodge towards Newton Abbot.
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol from Torquay.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Clifton Down
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Lawrence Hill
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Lawrence Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
Bristol, Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transit options for Bristol, Airport
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
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