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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£88
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 45 m
Trains on 18 Sept
17
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) you need to make at least one change.
L79372+
C4802812:204h23London Waterloo (WAT)16:43Torquay station (TQY)£301One-way1 change- L79342+C480139:204h16London Waterloo (WAT)13:36Torquay station (TQY)£301One-way1 change
- L79352+C4801810:204h21London Waterloo (WAT)14:41Torquay station (TQY)£341One-way1 change
- L79363+C4802411:204h16London Waterloo (WAT)15:36Torquay station (TQY)£431One-way1 change
- L79384+C4803513:205h06London Waterloo (WAT)18:26Torquay station (TQY)£481One-way1 change
- W34782 · C47998+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington7:273h18London Waterloo (WAT)10:45Torquay station (TQY)£1461One-way2 changes - W34788+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:583h35London Waterloo (WAT)12:33Torquay station (TQY)£1051One-way1 change
- W34780+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington6:213h49London Waterloo (WAT)10:10Torquay station (TQY)£1391One-way1 change
- G14978 · C48004+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:273h50London Waterloo (WAT)12:17Torquay station (TQY)£1391One-way2 changes
- L79329+W347888:204h13London Waterloo (WAT)12:33Torquay station (TQY)£811One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £372.
Distance: 267 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £372 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY):
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) costing on average £84.
A coach is £336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) costing on average £372.
Other travel options to Torquay station (TQY) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Coach takes on average 5h 34m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (3h 32m by train vs 4h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £84 compared to roughly £52 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L79329+W34788 | 8:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h13 | 12:33 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79342+C48013 | 9:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h16 | 13:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79342+C48015 | 9:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h56 | 14:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79352+C48018 | 10:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h21 | 14:41 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79363+C48025 | 11:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h56 | 16:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79363+C48024 | 11:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h16 | 15:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79372+C48028 | 12:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h23 | 16:43 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79384+W34817 | 13:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h18 | 17:38 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79384+C48035 | 13:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h06 | 18:26 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
L79384+C48030+ G01148 | On time 13:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h07 | 17:27 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| L79406+C48044 | 15:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h59 | 20:19 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| L79406+W34830 · G15471 | 15:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h38 | 19:58 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| G15020 · G14985 · C48048+L79411 | 15:50 London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h38 | 21:28 Torquay station (TQY) | 3 changes | |
| L79428+C48052 | 17:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h25 | 22:48 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:20, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 8:20 |
Last train 18:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Torquay station (TQY) 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: London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) 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 station (TQY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo (WAT) and Torquay station (TQY)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Torquay station (TQY) trains use the London Paddington to Torquay station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Torquay station (TQY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Torquay from Torquay city centre
Torquay is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:
Torquay train station facilities and services
Torquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: On the Rocks, The Elephant Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Torquay. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Torquay. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Torquay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Torquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Torquay: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Grand Hotel, The Imperial Torquay, Hampton by Hilton Torquay.
Most popular train connections from London Waterloo (WAT)
Most popular trains to and from Torquay station (TQY) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most popular train connections to Torquay station (TQY)
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