Torquay to Portsmouth train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Portsmouth

Showing times and prices for 04 Jul

Cheapest price

£152

Average price

£157

Fastest journey

4 h 6 m

Average duration

4 h 20 m

Trains per day

17

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 £157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £152.

Fast trains

To travel from Torquay to Portsmouth you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0:028h42
    Torquay
    8:44Portsmouth
    £1521One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    7:104h36
    Torquay
    11:46Portsmouth
    £1521One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9:164h30
    Torquay
    13:46Portsmouth
    £1521One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:184h28
    Torquay
    15:46Portsmouth
    £1521One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    12:184h28
    Torquay
    16:46Portsmouth
    £1521One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Torquay to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. 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 £34, and a train costs an average of £84.

Distance: 175 km

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Coach

£85

Average Price

£38

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

12h 13m

Average total duration

11h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Torquay to Portsmouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Portsmouth trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway13:45 Torquay
4h02
17:47 Portsmouth0 changesdirect
Saturday 4 July
Great Western Railway (GWR)0:02 Torquay
8h42
8:44 Portsmouth3 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 7 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 4h 1m.

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 £34
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
4h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£84
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 1m
First train
4:15
Last train
22:00
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 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 £34

Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Torquay to Portsmouth trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Torquay and Portsmouth from £34. 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
£169
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
£152
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 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
The cost of a train ticket from Torquay to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £85.
The train journey from Torquay to Portsmouth covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 4h 1m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Torquay to Portsmouth is 175 km.
The first train from Torquay to Portsmouth leaves at 4:15.
The last train from Torquay to Portsmouth departs at 22:00.
Trains from Torquay to Portsmouth run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service 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.
There is no night train service from Torquay to Portsmouth.
The train station in Torquay that goes to Portsmouth is Torquay station (TQY), and it arrives at Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Portsmouth is by coach, costing approximately £34.
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 train journey from Torquay to Portsmouth offers a scenic experience, especially as it travels along the South Devon coastline and through the rolling hills of the English countryside. Passengers can enjoy views of the sea, lush green landscapes, and quaint villages, making it a pleasant and picturesque route.
A day trip from Torquay to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 1m. However, there are 4 train trips per day available for this route, covering a distance of 175 km.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Torquay to Portsmouth.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Portsmouth

Most Torquay to Portsmouth trains use the Torquay to Portsmouth & Southsea station pair, with some services arriving at Fratton. Use this guide to compare Torquay and Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth

Which Torquay station do trains to Portsmouth leave from?

Trains from Torquay to Portsmouth 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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