The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Torquay
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Torquay will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich 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 411 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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 train and coach for Norwich to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, and a flight costs an average of £450.
Distance: 411 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£136 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest | £450 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:30 Norwich | 5h46 | 13:16 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Norwich | 6h16 | 15:16 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Torquay
Trains from Norwich to Torquay run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Norwich to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Norwich and Torquay from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich to Torquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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
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