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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Torquay
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Torquay will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth 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 trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 41 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 119 km
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£67 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:55 Bournemouth | 5h41 | 10:36 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:04 Bournemouth | 4h29 | 11:33 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Torquay
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Trains from Bournemouth to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Torquay from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Torquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Torquay
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” This station has a degree of step free access to the down platform to Torquay however the north bound platform towards Exeter can only be accessed via a step bridge. 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Newton Road Opposite Travelodge towards Paignton / Outside Travelodge towards Newton Abbot.
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