Torquay to Portsmouth train with Cross Country

Thu, 13 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 14 Nov

Cheapest price

£160

Average price

£164

Fastest journey

3 h 55 m

Average duration

4 h 3 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Torquay to Portsmouth will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.

Fast trains

To travel from Torquay to Portsmouth you need to make at least 3 changes.

First Great Western Service
00:018h21
Torquay
08:22Portsmouth
£1601One-way
3 changes
First Great Western Service
09:164h31
Torquay
13:47Portsmouth
£1601One-way
3 changes
First Great Western Service
11:204h30
Torquay
15:50Portsmouth
£1601One-way
3 changes
First Great Western Service
06:344h14
Torquay
10:48Portsmouth
£1651One-way
3 changes
First Great Western Service
10:424h05
Torquay
14:47Portsmouth
£1731One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Torquay to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £68.

Distance: 175 km

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Coach

£68

Average Price

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

11h 30m

Average total duration

11h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Torquay to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Portsmouth trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western05:02 Torquay
4h46
09:48 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
Friday 14 November
first_great_western00:01 Torquay
8h21
08:22 Portsmouth3 changes
first_great_western00:01 Torquay
10h47
10:48 Portsmouth2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Torquay to Portsmouth

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Trains from Torquay to Portsmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 3h 57m.

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 £42
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
3h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£68
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 57m
First train
04:10
Last train
21:31
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 £42

Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Torquay to Portsmouth trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Torquay and Portsmouth from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 9m
Cheapest Price
£186
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£161
first_great_western frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Torquay to Portsmouth train

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

FAQs
A visit to Portsmouth typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea Beach.
The cost of a train ticket from Torquay to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £68.
Booking trains from Torquay to Portsmouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £42.
The train journey from Torquay to Portsmouth covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 3h 57m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Torquay to Portsmouth is 175 km.
The train station in Torquay that goes to Portsmouth is Torquay station (TQY), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The first train from Torquay to Portsmouth leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Torquay to Portsmouth departs at 21:31.
Trains from Torquay to Portsmouth run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Torquay to Portsmouth.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Torquay to Portsmouth.
Yes, you can take the train from Torquay to Portsmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Torquay to Portsmouth.
To get from Torquay to Portsmouth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Portsmouth

Torquay
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Torquay is Torquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Torquay for your trip from Torquay to Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
Dining
Dining
  • On the Rocks
  • The Elephant Restaurant
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Grand Hotel
  • The Imperial Torquay
  • Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
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
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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
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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