Bournemouth to Torquay bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

8 h 15 m

Average duration

8 h 15 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

119 km

Cheap tickets

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 £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for Torquay every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 119 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 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.

National Express
14:308h15
Bournemouth
22:45Torquay
£421One-way
0 changes

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 £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. 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 £36, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 119 km

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Most popular
Train

£62

Average Price

Cheapest

£63

Average Price

7h 10m

Average total duration

6h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Most popular train company

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Live departures

Bournemouth to Torquay bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Torquay coaches for today, Tuesday 10 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express12:30 Bournemouth
7h20
19:50 Torquay0 changesdirect
national_express14:30 Bournemouth
8h15
22:45 Torquay0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Torquay

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Buses from Bournemouth to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 7h 25m.

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
119 km
Average bus duration
6h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
7h 25m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
20:30
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 from Bournemouth to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Torquay with National Express for as low as £36. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
5 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.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Torquay can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Torquay is £62; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bournemouth to Torquay is 7h 25m to travel the 119 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bournemouth to Torquay leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to Torquay leaves at 20:30.
There are 5 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Torquay which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth to Torquay, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Torquay. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and Torquay and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Torquay from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Torquay is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Torquay including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Torquay

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The major coach station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Torquay.
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