London to Torquay bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 23 Feb

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 50 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

264 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Torquay will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London 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 264 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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 ExpressNX501
18:305h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
23:45Torquay, Coach Station
£181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX501
07:305h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
13:10Torquay, Coach Station
£181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX501
15:005h50
London, Victoria Coach Station
20:50Torquay, Coach Station
£261One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX040 · NX102
13:006h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
19:35Torquay, Coach Station
£451One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for London to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £18.

Distance: 264 km

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Train
Flight

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

Average Price

£118

Average Price

6h 11m

Average total duration

5h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

London to Torquay bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Torquay coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express23:00 London
6h05
05:05 Torquay0 changesdirect
Monday 23 February
national_expressNX501
Delayed
13:50 07:30London, Victoria Coach Station
5h40
23:45 23:45Torquay, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX040 · NX102
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h35
19:35 Torquay, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX501
Delayed
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h50
23:45 23:45Torquay, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX501
On time
18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h15
23:45 Torquay, Coach Station
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Torquay

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Buses from London to Torquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 5h 6m.

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
264 km
Average bus duration
5h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
5h 6m
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 from London to TorquayYou can travel by bus between London to Torquay with National Express for as low as £13. 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
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£16
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.

Buses from London to Torquay

Bus services are available between London and Torquay via National Express coach. Seven coaches run each day from London Victoria, with a journey time of between 5-6 hours. The first coach departs at 7:30 a.m. and the last at 11:00 p.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Torquay?

London Victoria Coach Station: Located to the south west of Central London, Victoria Coach Station is the city's main coach terminus. The coach station is a few minute walk from Victoria Underground and Rail Station. Tubes from the city centre or the West End to Victoria take approximately 5-15 minutes.

Torquay Coach Station: National Express coaches from London arrive at Torquay Coach Station, which is located in the north of the town centre and is also known as Lymington Road Coach Station. The coach station is a 15-minute walk or a 6-minute bus ride to the centre of Torquay.

FAQs: London to Torquay coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Torquay can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Torquay is £20; 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 London to Torquay is 5h 6m to travel the 264 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 London to Torquay leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Torquay leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from London to Torquay with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London 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 London and Torquay and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, York Road (London Eye), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Baker Street Station, London, Gloucester Place (Baker Street Station), London, New Cross Gate, London, Eltham, London, Lewisham, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Lithos Road, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Elephant and Castle, London, Marble Arch . When arriving in Torquay , you can end your route in coach stations like Torquay, Coach Station, Paignton, Bus Station, Newton Abbot, Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Torquay, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Torquay from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 6m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Torquay is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Torquay including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Torquay for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Torquay:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London 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 London to Torquay.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London 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 London to Torquay:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Torquay.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Torquay with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Torquay

London
Torquay
The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Torquay.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Bath Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great South West Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
  • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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