4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Torquay
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Torquay will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Plymouth for Torquay every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
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Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth 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 49m. 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 £6.
Distance: 46 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Torquay bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Torquay coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX404 | 23:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h05 | 00:20 Torquay, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
| NX504 · NX404 | 02:50 Plymouth, Coach Station | 2h15 | 05:05 Torquay, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX102 | 06:20 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1h15 | 07:35 Torquay, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Torquay
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Buses from Plymouth to Torquay run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Torquay with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Plymouth to Torquay
One bus runs between Plymouth and Torquay on weekdays. It leaves Plymouth bus station at 11:20 p.m. and arrives into Torquay at 12:15 a.m. the following day. It is a direct service. At weekends, there is an additional non-direct morning service, which leaves Plymouth at 10:10 a.m. It then arrives into Exeter bus station at 11:15 a.m., from where passengers pick up a connecting service to Torquay. This bus leaves Exeter at 12:25 a.m. and arrives into Torquay at 1:20 p.m. National Express serves the route.
FAQs: Plymouth to Torquay coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Plymouth, Coach Station, which is located around 0.3 miles (496 m) 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Torquay
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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