Norwich to Torquay train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 21 May

Cheapest price

£212

Average price

£229

Fastest journey

5 h 21 m

Average duration

5 h 38 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

411 km

Cheap tickets

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 £229 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £212.

Fast trains

To travel from Norwich to Torquay you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Western RailwayW34797 · C48015+Greater AngliaP01239+Elizabeth lineC37213
    8:305h46
    Norwich station (NRW)
    14:16Torquay station (TQY)
    £2121One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14983 · C48021+Greater AngliaP01248+Elizabeth lineC37238
    9:305h46
    Norwich station (NRW)
    15:16Torquay station (TQY)
    £2121One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34809 · C48025+Elizabeth lineC37260+Greater AngliaP01257
    10:305h46
    Norwich station (NRW)
    16:16Torquay station (TQY)
    £2121One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34788+Greater AngliaP01223+Elizabeth lineC38226
    7:005h33
    Norwich station (NRW)
    12:33Torquay station (TQY)
    £2461One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14989 · C48004+Elizabeth lineC38548+Greater AngliaP01213
    6:305h47
    Norwich station (NRW)
    12:17Torquay station (TQY)
    £2461One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train 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 £47. 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 £47, and a train costs an average of £212.

Distance: 411 km

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Coach

£212

Average Price

£47

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Cheapest

5h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 4m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 21m

Average total duration

8h 51m

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Live departures

Norwich to Torquay train times

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

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG14989 · C48004+Elizabeth lineC38548+Greater AngliaP012136:30 Norwich station (NRW)
5h47
12:17 Torquay station (TQY)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34788+Elizabeth lineC38226+Greater AngliaP012237:00 Norwich station (NRW)
5h33
12:33 Torquay station (TQY)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34791 · C48007+Greater AngliaP01228+Elizabeth lineC382837:30 Norwich station (NRW)
5h21
12:51 Torquay station (TQY)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34797 · C48015+Elizabeth lineC37213+Greater AngliaP012398:30 Norwich station (NRW)
5h46
14:16 Torquay station (TQY)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14983 · C48021+Greater AngliaP01248+Elizabeth lineC372389:30 Norwich station (NRW)
5h46
15:16 Torquay station (TQY)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34809 · C48025+Elizabeth lineC37260+Greater AngliaP0125710:30 Norwich station (NRW)
5h46
16:16 Torquay station (TQY)3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Norwich to Torquay

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Trains from Norwich to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £212 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 6h 18m.

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 £47
Distance
411 km
Average train duration
5h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£212
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
6h 18m
First train
0:06
Last train
21:00
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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 £47

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Norwich to Torquay trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Norwich and Torquay from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
6h 18m
Cheapest Price
£212
Great Western Railway frequency
5 a day
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: 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Torquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £212, while the average price tends to be around £212.
The train journey from Norwich to Torquay covers a distance of 411 km and takes approximately 6h 18m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Norwich to Torquay is 411 km.
The first train from Norwich to Torquay leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Norwich to Torquay departs at 21:00.
Trains from Norwich to Torquay run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Norwich to Torquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Torquay.
To get from Norwich to Torquay, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Torquay.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Torquay is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Torquay station (TQY).
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Torquay is by coach, costing approximately £47.
Booking trains from Norwich 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 Norwich to Torquay offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of East Anglia and the South West. Travellers can enjoy charming rural landscapes, rolling hills, and coastal vistas as the train approaches the Torquay area.
A day trip from Norwich to Torquay is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 18m one way. The distance is 411 km and trains run 4 times per day.
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 Norwich to Torquay.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Torquay

Norwich
Torquay
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Torquay.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On forecourt and within station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt

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