Horley to Torquay train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Horley to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£73

Average price

£112

Fastest journey

5 h 13 m

Average duration

6 h 39 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Horley to Torquay will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Horley 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 249 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 4 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.

Great Western Rail
13:035h13
Horley
18:16Torquay
£731One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
04:118h04
Horley
12:15Torquay
£1511One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Horley to Torquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £73.

Distance: 249 km

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£73

Average Price

£42

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4h 32m

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4h 2m

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Horley to Torquay train times

The table below shows live departures for Horley to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
south_west_trains04:11 Horley
8h04
12:15 Torquay0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Horley to Torquay

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Trains from Horley to Torquay run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 5h 13m.

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 £42
Distance
249 km
Average train duration
4h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£73
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
5h 13m
First train
00:06
Last train
23:26
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 £42

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Horley to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Horley and Torquay from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 Duration
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
£73
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

FAQs: Horley to Torquay train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley 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.
A day trip from Horley to Torquay is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 13m. There are 3 trips per day available for trains, and the distance is 249 km.
Booking trains from Horley to Torquay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Horley to Torquay offers scenic views, including picturesque countryside landscapes, charming towns, and glimpses of the coastline as you approach Torquay.
The cost of a train ticket from Horley to Torquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £73, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train distance from Horley to Torquay is 249 km.
To get from Horley to Torquay, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Horley to Torquay is by coach, costing approximately £42.
The train journey from Horley to Torquay covers a distance of 249 km and takes approximately 5h 13m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Horley to Torquay leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Horley to Torquay departs at 23:26.
The train station in Horley that goes to Torquay is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Torquay station (TQY).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Horley to Torquay.
Trains from Horley to Torquay run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Horley to Torquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Horley to Torquay.
There is no night train service from Horley to Torquay.

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Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Torquay

Horley
Torquay
The major train station for departures in Horley is Horley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley for your trip from Horley to Torquay.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:45 Saturday 06:20 - 19:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Florist in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall and Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3 and in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On overbridge & near side entrance to Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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