The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Torquay
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Torquay will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Barnstaple to Torquay you need to make at least one change.
C01615 · G1547017:332h25Barnstaple station (BNP)19:58Torquay station (TQY)£131One-way1 change
C01601 · C479988:352h10Barnstaple station (BNP)10:45Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way1 change
C01603 · C480039:352h01Barnstaple station (BNP)11:36Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way1 change
C01610 · C4802814:352h08Barnstaple station (BNP)16:43Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way1 change
C01606 · C4801311:352h01Barnstaple station (BNP)13:36Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way1 change
C01612+
G01148+
C4803015:351h52Barnstaple station (BNP)17:27Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way2 changes
C01588+
W29884+
C4803516:311h55Barnstaple station (BNP)18:26Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way2 changes
C01597+
G66472+
C479866:251h58Barnstaple station (BNP)8:23Torquay station (TQY)£321One-way2 changes
C01605 · W3478810:351h58Barnstaple station (BNP)12:33Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way1 change
C01603 · C480039:352h01Barnstaple station (BNP)11:36Torquay station (TQY)£161One-way1 change
Live departures
Barnstaple to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01597 · C47988 | 6:25 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h23 | 8:48 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01597 · C47986+ G66472 | 6:25 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h58 | 8:23 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
C01599 · C47993 | 7:22 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h14 | 9:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01599 · G14977 · C47991 | 7:22 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h03 | 9:25 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
C01601 · C47998 | 8:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h10 | 10:45 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01603 · C48003 | 9:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h01 | 11:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01605 · W34788 | 10:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h58 | 12:33 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01606 · C48013 | 11:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h01 | 13:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01587 · C48018 | 12:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h06 | 14:41 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01608 · C48024 | 13:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h01 | 15:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01610 · C48028 | 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h08 | 16:43 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01612 · W34817 | 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h03 | 17:38 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01612 · C48030+ G01148 | 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h52 | 17:27 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
C01588 · C48035+ W29884 | 16:31 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h55 | 18:26 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
C01588+ G01150 | 16:31 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h14 | 18:45 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
C01615 · G15470 | 17:33 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h25 | 19:58 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Torquay
Take a train from Barnstaple to Torquay and enjoy the approximately 78 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:41.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:41 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Barnstaple to Torquay trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Barnstaple and Torquay from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnstaple to Torquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Torquay by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Torquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- £0.50
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via lifts and ramps.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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