The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Torquay
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Bournemouth to Torquay you need to make at least one change.
NX035 · NX50113:007h50Bournemouth, Coach Station20:50Torquay, Coach Station£391One-way1 change
NX035 · NX50116:207h25Bournemouth, Coach Station23:45Torquay, Coach Station£391One-way1 change
NX035 · NX5015:008h20Bournemouth, Coach Station13:20Torquay, Coach Station£391One-way1 change
NX035 · NX50116:207h25Bournemouth, Coach Station23:45Torquay, Coach Station£391One-way1 change
NX035 · NX50113:007h50Bournemouth, Coach Station20:50Torquay, Coach Station£391One-way1 change
NX035 · NX5015:008h20Bournemouth, Coach Station13:20Torquay, Coach Station£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. 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 coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 119 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Torquay bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Torquay coaches for today, Thursday 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:30 Bournemouth | 8h15 | 23:45 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 15 May | |||||
NX035 · NX501 | 5:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h20 | 13:20 Torquay, Coach Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Torquay
Buses from Bournemouth to Torquay run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Torquay with National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Torquay coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Torquay by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Torquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and 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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