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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£152
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
9 h 29 m
Average duration
9 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
611 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torquay to Edinburgh will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £152.
Of the 1 trains that leave Torquay for Edinburgh 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 611 km distance in an average of 9 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 29 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.
10:559h29Torquay20:24Edinburgh£1521One-way0 changes
- 10:559h29Torquay20:24Edinburgh£1521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Torquay to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 611 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£115 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 47m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Torquay to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Edinburgh 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 |
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| 10:55 Torquay | 9h29 | 20:24 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Torquay to Edinburgh
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Trains from Torquay to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 611 km distance in 8h 48m.
Distance 611 km |
Average train duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 48m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Torquay to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Torquay and Edinburgh from £24. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Edinburgh
Most Torquay to Edinburgh trains use the Torquay to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Torquay and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Torquay station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
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