The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£154
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torquay to Cheltenham will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £154.
Of the 5 trains that leave Torquay for Cheltenham 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 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.


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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Torquay to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Torquay to Cheltenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Cheltenham trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 00:02 Torquay | 8h08 | 08:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:38 Torquay | 2h32 | 09:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:10 Torquay | 3h00 | 10:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:33 Torquay | 2h37 | 11:10 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:16 Torquay | 2h54 | 12:10 Cheltenham | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Torquay to Cheltenham by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Torquay to Cheltenham.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Torquay to Cheltenham
Trains from Torquay to Cheltenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:52 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Torquay to Cheltenham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Torquay and Cheltenham from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Torquay to Cheltenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Cheltenham
- 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.
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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