Exeter to Torquay bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Exeter to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

53 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Exeter to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Exeter to Torquay will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Exeter for Torquay every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 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
21:150h45
Exeter
22:00Torquay
£51One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:551h00
Exeter
16:55Torquay
£61One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:400h55
Exeter
16:35Torquay
£71One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Exeter to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. 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 coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 29 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£10

Average Price

1h 19m

Average total duration

49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Exeter to Torquay bus times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Torquay coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express15:40 Exeter
0h55
16:35 Torquay0 changesdirect
national_express21:15 Exeter
0h45
22:00 Torquay0 changesdirect
national_express22:05 Exeter
0h40
22:45 Torquay0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Exeter to Torquay

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Buses from Exeter to Torquay run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 29 km distance in 40m.

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
29 km
Average bus duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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, Dartline Coaches from Exeter to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Torquay with National Express, Dartline Coaches for as low as £6. 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
40m
Cheapest Price
£5
National Express frequency
7 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.

Dartline Coaches

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Dartline Coaches frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Exeter to Torquay coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Torquay can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Exeter to Torquay is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Exeter and Torquay is on average 40 min   for the 17 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Exeter and Torquay by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Exeter to Torquay leaves at 04: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Exeter to Torquay leaves at 23: 05.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Exeter to Torquay with Dartline Coaches. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Exeter to Torquay, you can count on National Express or Dartline Coaches for the best way to get you to Torquay. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Torquay from Exeter and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) 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.

A day trip to Torquay from Exeter is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Exeter to Torquay is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Exeter to Torquay including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Exeter to Torquay has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    No, luggage for the coach from Exeter to Torquay needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Exeter to Torquay.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Exeter and Torquay

    Exeter
    Torquay
    The major coach station for departures in Exeter is Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter, Bampfylde Street (Express Coach Stop 34) for your trip from Exeter to Torquay.
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