Torquay to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Torquay to London

Showing times and prices for 21 May

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

5 h 59 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

264 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Torquay to London will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

Of the 6 buses that leave Torquay for London every day 6 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 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 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
    0:206h15
    Torquay
    6:35London
    £181One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    8:005h50
    Torquay
    13:50London
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    7:005h50
    Torquay
    12:50London
    £241One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    9:506h00
    Torquay
    15:50London
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    10:506h00
    Torquay
    16:50London
    £261One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Torquay to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £19.

Distance: 264 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Flight

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£62

Average Price

£224

Average Price

5h 31m

Average total duration

5h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 40m

Average total duration

4h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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

National Express

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Live departures

Torquay to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Torquay to London coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express0:20 Torquay
6h15
6:35 London0 changesdirect
National Express7:00 Torquay
5h50
12:50 London0 changesdirect
National Express8:00 Torquay
5h50
13:50 London0 changesdirect
National Express9:50 Torquay
6h00
15:50 London0 changesdirect
National Express10:50 Torquay
6h00
16:50 London0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Torquay to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Torquay to London

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Buses from Torquay to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 4 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 10m.

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 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
77 days
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 Torquay to LondonYou can travel by bus between Torquay to London with National Express for as low as £16. 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 35m
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.

FAQs: Torquay to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Torquay to London can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Torquay to London is £22; 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 Torquay to London is 5h 10m 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 Torquay to London leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Torquay to London leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Torquay to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Torquay to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Torquay and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Torquay , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Torquay, Coach Station, Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, Paignton, Bus Station, Newton Abbot, Cullompton, Station Road . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, York Road (London Eye), London, Baker Street Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Victoria Rail Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Lithos Road, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Golders Green Station, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Sealand Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Stirling Road (Heathrow Airport - Cargo Area), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Torquay, Coach Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Torquay is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Torquay to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Torquay and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Torquay to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Torquay to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Torquay to London 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 Torquay to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Torquay to London:
  • 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 Torquay to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Torquay to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Torquay to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Torquay to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Torquay to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and London

Torquay
London
The major coach station for departures in Torquay is Torquay, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Torquay, Coach Station for your trip from Torquay to London.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Lymington Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café and fast food options (in the station)
  • The Singing Kettle (0.5 km)
  • Small World Tapas (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Torquay, Coach Station
  • Bus: 12, 22, 31 Train: Torquay Station

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