Carlisle to Torquay train

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Deutsche Bahn
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£199

Average price

£199

Fastest journey

6 h 51 m

Average duration

6 h 51 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

494 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Carlisle to Torquay will cost around £199 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £199.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Torquay every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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.

CrossCountry
10:026h51
Carlisle
16:53Torquay
£1991One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Carlisle to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £85.

Distance: 494 km

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Coach

£135

Average Price

£40

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Cheapest

7h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

18h 50m

Average total duration

18h 20m

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Live departures

Carlisle to Torquay train times

The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
cross_country10:02 Carlisle
6h51
16:53 Torquay0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Torquay by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlisle to Torquay

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Trains from Carlisle to Torquay run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 14:18. The fastest train covers the 494 km distance in 6h 40m.

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 £40
Distance
494 km
Average train duration
7h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£85
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
6h 40m
First train
06:39
Last train
14:18
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 £40

FAQs: Carlisle to Torquay train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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
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.
The train journey from Carlisle to Torquay offers scenic views as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, providing travellers with beautiful countryside vistas.
A day trip from Carlisle to Torquay is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 40m. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 494 km.
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Torquay is by coach, costing approximately £40.
The train distance from Carlisle to Torquay is 494 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Torquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £85, while the average price tends to be around £135.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Torquay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Carlisle to Torquay departs at 14:18.
The train journey from Carlisle to Torquay covers a distance of 494 km and takes approximately 6h 40m. Trains run 3 per day.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Torquay.
To travel from Carlisle to Torquay, you can take a train.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Torquay is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Torquay station (TQY).
The first train from Carlisle to Torquay leaves at 6:39.
Trains from Carlisle to Torquay run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Carlisle to Torquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carlisle to Torquay.

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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Torquay

Carlisle
Torquay
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Torquay.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 8.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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