Torquay to London train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 11 Oct

Cheapest price on 11 Oct

£74

Average ticket price on 11 Oct

£78

Fastest journey on 11 Oct

3 h 19 m

Average journey duration on 11 Oct

3 h 55 m

Trains on 11 Oct

6

Distance

264 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Torquay to London will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.

Fast trains

To travel from Torquay to London you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayY80240+South Western RailwayL79437 · SW509400 · L78823
    13:005h25
    Torquay station (TQY)
    18:25London Waterloo (WAT)
    £741One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayY41866+South Western RailwayL79416 · SW509600 · L78805
    11:025h22
    Torquay station (TQY)
    16:24London Waterloo (WAT)
    £741One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayY80240 · V18020
    13:003h40
    Torquay station (TQY)
    16:40London Paddington (PAD)
    £791One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayY41857 · V18022
    9:203h19
    Torquay station (TQY)
    12:39London Paddington (PAD)
    £791One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayY41872 · C32994
    12:003h39
    Torquay station (TQY)
    15:39London Paddington (PAD)
    £811One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Torquay to London

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Trains from Torquay to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 2h 34m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
264 km
Average train duration
3h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 34m
First train
0:06
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

Live departures

Torquay to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Torquay to London trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayY41859 · W34554
On time
6:15 Torquay station (TQY)
3h26
9:41 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY41862+CrossCountryK00307+Great Western RailwayW35172
On time
6:43 Torquay station (TQY)
3h30
10:13 London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY41865 · V177437:15 Torquay station (TQY)
3h15
10:30 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42474 · V17742
On time
8:38 Torquay station (TQY)
3h20
11:58 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42474+South Western RailwayL79393 · SW016400 · Q54318
On time
8:38 Torquay station (TQY)
5h39
14:17 London Waterloo (WAT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayC42475 · W34563
On time
9:21 Torquay station (TQY)
3h38
12:59 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80246 · V17741
On time
10:26 Torquay station (TQY)
3h29
13:55 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42476+South Western RailwayL79415 · SW016200 · Q19430
On time
11:00 Torquay station (TQY)
5h16
16:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayY80252 · W34573
On time
11:24 Torquay station (TQY)
3h33
14:57 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80258 · V1774012:24 Torquay station (TQY)
3h30
15:54 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayC42478+South Western RailwayL79436 · SW016000 · Q12775
On time
13:00 Torquay station (TQY)
5h16
18:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayY80264 · C42166
On time
13:25 Torquay station (TQY)
3h29
16:54 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80270 · V17739
On time
14:27 Torquay station (TQY)
3h30
17:57 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80273+CrossCountryK00299+Great Western RailwayW35195
On time
14:45 Torquay station (TQY)
3h28
18:13 London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY80273+South Western RailwayL79460 · SW015800 · Q54313
On time
14:45 Torquay station (TQY)
5h31
20:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayY80275 · C42168
On time
15:23 Torquay station (TQY)
3h35
18:58 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80278+CrossCountryK00298+Great Western RailwayW35199
Delayed
15:45 Torquay station (TQY)
3h28
18:15 18:15London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY80280 · V17738
Delayed
16:22 Torquay station (TQY)
3h20
18:44 18:44London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80283 · C42170
On time
16:59 Torquay station (TQY)
3h43
20:42 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY80288+CrossCountryK00296+Great Western RailwayW35203
On time
17:43 Torquay station (TQY)
3h29
21:12 London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayY80291 · W34599
On time
18:24 Torquay station (TQY)
3h34
21:58 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42480 · W34529
On time
19:47 Torquay station (TQY)
3h55
23:42 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change

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Great Western Railway

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 Great Western Railway Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£54
Great Western Railway frequency
4 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 South Western Railway Duration
3h 47m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£29
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£67
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Complete guide to London

Things to do in London

Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.

  • Must visit

The British Museum

World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.

  • Must visit

The National Gallery

National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.

  • Must visit

Victoria and Albert Museum

Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.

Pound sterling (£)

Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

Best day trips from London by train

The most popular day trips by train from London are Brighton, Oxford, Cambridge, Bath and Canterbury. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from London on Omio.

A view of Brighton

Day trip from London to Brighton by train

Why visit Brighton for the day?

Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.

How to get from London to Brighton by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 55m.

A view of Oxford

Day trip from London to Oxford by train

Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

How to get from London to Oxford by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 44m.

A view of Cambridge

Day trip from London to Cambridge by train

Why visit Cambridge for the day?

Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.

How to get from London to Cambridge by train?

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 44m.

A view of Bath

Day trip from London to Bath by train

Why visit Bath for the day?

Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.

How to get from London to Bath by train?

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 11m.

A view of Canterbury

Day trip from London to Canterbury by train

Why visit Canterbury for the day?

Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.

How to get from London to Canterbury by train?

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 51m.

FAQs: Torquay to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Torquay to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Torquay to London covers a distance of 264 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Torquay to London is 264 km.
The first train from Torquay to London leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Torquay to London departs at 23:51.
Trains from Torquay to London run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Torquay to London.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Torquay to London.
There is no night train service from Torquay to London.
The train station in Torquay that goes to London is Torquay station (TQY), and it arrives at London Paddington (PAD).
Booking trains from Torquay to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Torquay to London offers a scenic experience, especially as it travels along the stunning coastline of South Devon, including views of the English Riviera and the picturesque Dawlish stretch, where the tracks run close to the sea.
Yes, you can take the train from Torquay to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and London

Most Torquay to London trains use the Torquay to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Torquay and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Torquay
Arrival train stations in London

Which Torquay station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Torquay to London leave from Torquay. The station is 2 km from Torquay city centre at Station Hill, Torquay TQ1 4AA, United Kingdom.
TorquayStation Hill, Torquay TQ1 4AA, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Torquay from Torquay city centre

Torquay is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus22, 12 · 6m · £2 · every ~27 min
61, 62 · 15m · every ~2 min

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.

TorreTorre station, Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD+44 345 700 0125ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Torre from Torquay city centre

Torre is 2 km from Torquay city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus12 · 7m · £2 · every ~17 min

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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