4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Torquay
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Torquay will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 6 trains that leave Reading for Torquay every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
GW035500 · W34793 · C480027:594h17Reading West (RDW)12:16Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way2 changes- C00167 · C4800610:282h47Reading station (RDG)13:15Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- W34793 · C480029:013h15Reading station (RDG)12:16Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- C48566 · W3479910:452h52Reading West (RDW)13:37Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- C01222 · C479978:232h55Reading station (RDG)11:18Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- W3479911:012h36Reading station (RDG)13:37Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way0 changes
- C00167 · C4800610:282h47Reading station (RDG)13:15Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- C48566 · W3479910:452h52Reading West (RDW)13:37Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- C01222 · C479978:232h55Reading station (RDG)11:18Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
- W34793 · C480029:013h15Reading station (RDG)12:16Torquay station (TQY)£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Reading to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 210 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£59 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GW035500 · W34793 · C48002 | 7:59 Reading West (RDW) | 4h17 | 12:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| C01222 · C47997 | 8:23 Reading station (RDG) | 2h55 | 11:18 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| W34793 · C48002 | 9:01 Reading station (RDG) | 3h15 | 12:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| C00167 · C48006 | 10:28 Reading station (RDG) | 2h47 | 13:15 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| C48566 · W34799 | 10:45 Reading West (RDW) | 2h52 | 13:37 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| W34799 | 11:01 Reading station (RDG) | 2h36 | 13:37 Torquay station (TQY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Torquay
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Trains from Reading to Torquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Reading to Torquay trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Reading and Torquay from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Torquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Torquay
Most Reading to Torquay trains use the Reading to Torquay station pair, with some services arriving at Torre. Use this guide to compare Reading and Torquay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Torquay leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Torquay station do trains from Reading arrive at?
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.
Getting to Torre from Torquay city centre
Torre is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:
Torre train station facilities and services
Torre has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Torre.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Torre: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Torre: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Torre: 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.
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