The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Torquay
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Torquay will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 4 trains that leave Peterborough for Torquay every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 326 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 56 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.








Live departures
Peterborough to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:11 Peterborough | 4h40 | 12:51 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:20 Peterborough | 6h56 | 16:16 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:41 Peterborough | 5h01 | 14:42 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Peterborough | 6h03 | 21:53 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Torquay
Trains from Peterborough to Torquay run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 326 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 326 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:26 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Peterborough to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Peterborough and Torquay from £82. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Torquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” This station has a degree of step free access to the down platform to Torquay however the north bound platform towards Exeter can only be accessed via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Newton Road Opposite Travelodge towards Paignton / Outside Travelodge towards Newton Abbot.
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