Bristol to Torquay train with CrossCountry

Thu 17 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Torquay

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£43

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

1 h 33 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

1 h 37 m

Trains on 17 Sept

19

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Torquay will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 19 trains from Bristol to Torquay, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.

  • CrossCountryG01130
    8:111h33
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:44Torquay station (TQY)
    £241One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG01161_G66477+Great Western RailwayC48048
    19:501h38
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    21:28Torquay station (TQY)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG01131+Great Western RailwayC47995
    8:451h41
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:26Torquay station (TQY)
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG01133+Great Western RailwayC48003
    9:451h51
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:36Torquay station (TQY)
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • CrossCountryW29909+Great Western RailwayC48052
    20:452h03
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    22:48Torquay station (TQY)
    £301One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bristol to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £20.

Distance: 128 km

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Coach
Driving

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£20

Average Price

£37

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 46m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 52m

Average total duration

2h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 0m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Torquay is a train with an average price of £20.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Torquay:

A train is £0.58 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bristol to Torquay costing on average £20.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Torquay is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Torquay take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Torquay including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (1h 46m by train vs 2h 0m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £37). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Bristol to Torquay train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG66472+Great Western RailwayC479866:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h43
8:23 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14977 · C479917:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h47
9:25 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG011308:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h33
9:44 Torquay station (TQY)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01131+Great Western RailwayC479958:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h41
10:26 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01133+Great Western RailwayC480039:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h51
11:36 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01135+Great Western RailwayW3478810:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h48
12:33 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG0113811:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h47
13:00 Torquay station (TQY)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01140+Great Western RailwayC4801311:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h54
13:36 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryW29862+Great Western RailwayC4801812:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h56
14:41 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryW29868+Great Western RailwayC4802413:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h51
15:36 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryW29873+Great Western RailwayC4802814:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h58
16:43 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01148+Great Western RailwayC48030
On time
15:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h42
17:27 Torquay station (TQY)
1 change
CrossCountryW29884+Great Western RailwayC4803516:44 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h42
18:26 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01150
On time
17:12 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h33
18:45 Torquay station (TQY)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01153+Great Western RailwayG1547117:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h13
19:58 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01154+Great Western RailwayG1547418:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h51
20:36 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01161_G66477+Great Western RailwayC4804819:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h38
21:28 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryW29909+Great Western RailwayC4805220:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h03
22:48 Torquay station (TQY)1 change
CrossCountryG01166+Great Western RailwayC4805421:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h03
23:48 Torquay station (TQY)1 change

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Torquay.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Torquay.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Torquay

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Trains from Bristol to Torquay run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 29m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
128 km
Average train duration
1h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
5:04
Last train
23:48
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from Bristol to Torquay trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Torquay from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£10
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£42
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Torquay

Things to do in Torquay

Discover the best of Torquay — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Torquay trip today.

  • Must visit

Torre Abbey

Seafront gallery and museum in a historic abbey, with art, archaeology and temporary displays set within notable gardens.

  • Recommended

Agatha Christie Gallery

Museum dedicated to Agatha Christie, displaying period items and local context that shaped the author’s life and stories.

  • Recommended

Torquay Museum

Town museum covering local history, natural history and archaeology, with strong displays on Torbay’s past and nearby caves.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK seaside resort. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses are usually manageable compared with pricier UK coastal hotspots.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£40+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12% for good service. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Bristol to Torquay train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Torquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Bristol to Torquay covers a distance of 128 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Torquay is 128 km.
The first train from Bristol to Torquay leaves at 5:04.
The last train from Bristol to Torquay departs at 23:48.
Trains from Bristol to Torquay run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Torquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Torquay.
To get from Bristol to Torquay, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Torquay.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Torquay is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Torquay station (TQY).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Torquay is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Bristol to Torquay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Torquay offers scenic views, especially as it approaches the Devon coastline, with picturesque countryside and glimpses of the sea.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Torquay is feasible with a travel time of 1h 29m and a distance of 128 km. There are 6 trains per day for this route.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Torquay is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the beaches, and savour the local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Torquay.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Torquay

Most Bristol to Torquay trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Torquay station pair, with some services arriving at Torre. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Torquay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Torquay
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services

Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.

Parson StreetParson Street station, Parson Street, Bedminster, Bristol, City of, BS3 5PUParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre

Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBristol Temple Meads - Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central - Taunton, Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads - Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads - Taunton, Gloucester - Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central - Plymouth, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Cardiff Central - Penzance, Bristol Parkway - Weston-super-Mare, Bristol Temple Meads - Penzance · 9m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus75 · 15m · £4 · every ~27 min

Parson Street train station facilities and services

Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Parson Street: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.

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