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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Torquay
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Torquay will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portsmouth 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 175 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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 Portsmouth to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portsmouth to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Torquay trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P08388+ C23397+P08323 · P09774 | On time 10:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h49 | 15:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 3 changes | |
| P08388+L47477+P09776 | On time 10:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h09 | 15:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| P08390 · P08325 · P09778 | On time 11:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4h49 | 16:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 08:27 Portsmouth | 4h13 | 12:40 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:55 Portsmouth | 5h43 | 14:38 Torquay | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Torquay
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Trains from Portsmouth to Torquay run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Portsmouth to Torquay trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and Torquay from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Torquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Torquay
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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