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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Torquay
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
157 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Torquay will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Fast trains
To travel from Southampton to Torquay you need to make at least one change.
P08386 · P08318 · P0977010:114h05
Southampton Central (SOU)14:16Torquay station (TQY)
£711One-way
2 changes
P08388+
C23755+P0977611:104h26
Southampton Central (SOU)15:36Torquay station (TQY)
£711One-way
2 changes
P08384 · P0831509:113h22
Southampton Central (SOU)12:33Torquay station (TQY)
£711One-way
1 change
C23392+P08319 · P0977010:154h01
Southampton Central (SOU)14:16Torquay station (TQY)
£1361One-way
2 changes
C23380+P08313 · P0976208:154h02
Southampton Central (SOU)12:17Torquay station (TQY)
£1671One-way
2 changes
P08384 · P0831509:113h22
Southampton Central (SOU)12:33Torquay station (TQY)
£711One-way
1 change
C23387+P08316 · P0976409:153h36
Southampton Central (SOU)12:51Torquay station (TQY)
£1671One-way
2 changes
C23392+P08319 · P0977010:154h01
Southampton Central (SOU)14:16Torquay station (TQY)
£1361One-way
2 changes
C23380+P08313 · P0976208:154h02
Southampton Central (SOU)12:17Torquay station (TQY)
£1671One-way
2 changes
P08386 · P08318 · P0977010:114h05
Southampton Central (SOU)14:16Torquay station (TQY)
£711One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 157 km
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£59 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Torquay train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:52
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C23380+P08313 · P09762 | On time 08:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h02 | 12:17 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| P08384 · P08315 | On time 09:11 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h22 | 12:33 Torquay station (TQY) | 1 change | |
| C23387+P08316 · P09764 | On time 09:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h36 | 12:51 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| P08386 · P08318 · P09770 | On time 10:11 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h05 | 14:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| C23392+P08319 · P09770 | On time 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h01 | 14:16 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
| P08388+C23755+P09776 | On time 11:10 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h26 | 15:36 Torquay station (TQY) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Torquay
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:00 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Southampton to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Torquay from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
£29
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£28
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£143
first_great_western frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Southampton to Torquay train
FAQs: Travel by train from Southampton to Torquay easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southampton to Torquay.
The train distance from Southampton to Torquay is 157 km.
Booking trains from Southampton to Torquay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Southampton to Torquay, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Southampton to Torquay covers a distance of 157 km and takes approximately 3h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Torquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The first train from Southampton to Torquay leaves at 0:06.
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Torquay is by train, costing approximately £28.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Torquay is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Torquay station (TQY).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Torquay.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Torquay.
The last train from Southampton to Torquay departs at 23:00.
Trains from Southampton to Torquay run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Torquay.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Torquay.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Torquay
Southampton
Torquay
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to Torquay.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- 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 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; 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: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Woolston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
The major train station for arrivals in Torquay is Torquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Torquay for your journey to Torquay from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
Dining
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via lifts and ramps.
Public transport options for Torquay
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Torre
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Newton Road Opposite Travelodge towards Paignton / Outside Travelodge towards Newton Abbot.
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