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The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Swansea
Showing times and prices for 28 Nov
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£179
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
132 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torquay to Swansea will cost around £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
Fast trains
To travel from Torquay to Swansea you need to make at least 2 changes.
21:3911h19
Torquay08:58Swansea
£1641One-way
2 changes
00:019h01
Torquay09:02Swansea
£1671One-way
3 changes
00:019h31
Torquay09:32Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
06:343h55
Torquay10:29Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
07:393h51
Torquay11:30Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
09:453h45
Torquay13:30Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
10:423h46
Torquay14:28Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
08:453h47
Torquay12:32Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
13:403h50
Torquay17:30Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
07:393h51
Torquay11:30Swansea
£1891One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Torquay to Swansea train times
The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Swansea trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:02
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:45 Torquay | 3h47 | 12:32 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 09:45 Torquay | 3h45 | 13:30 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 10:42 Torquay | 3h46 | 14:28 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
| 00:01 Torquay | 9h01 | 09:02 Swansea | 3 changes | |
| 00:01 Torquay | 9h31 | 09:32 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 06:34 Torquay | 3h55 | 10:29 Swansea | 2 changes | |
| 07:39 Torquay | 3h51 | 11:30 Swansea | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Torquay to Swansea
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Trains from Torquay to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 3h 45m.
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
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £166 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 20:17 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Torquay to Swansea trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Torquay and Swansea from £166. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£115
Great Western Rail frequency
3 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 56m
Cheapest Price
£197
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£164
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Torquay to Swansea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully experience Swansea, including its beautiful beaches, cultural attractions like the National Waterfront Museum, and nearby natural landscapes such as the Gower Peninsula, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Booking trains from Torquay to Swansea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Torquay to Swansea can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £166, while the average price tends to be around £189.
The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Swansea is by train, costing approximately £166.
The train distance from Torquay to Swansea is 132 km.
The train station in Torquay that goes to Swansea is Torquay station (TQY), and it arrives at Swansea station (SWA).
The train journey from Torquay to Swansea covers a distance of 132 km and takes approximately 3h 45m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Torquay to Swansea leaves at 3:46.
The last train from Torquay to Swansea departs at 20:17.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Torquay to Swansea.
Trains from Torquay to Swansea run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Torquay to Swansea.
To travel from Torquay to Swansea, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Torquay to Swansea.
There is no night train service from Torquay to Swansea.
Yes, the train journey from Torquay to Swansea is scenic, offering views of the South Devon coastline, the rolling hills of Somerset, and the Brecon Beacons as you approach Swansea.
A day trip from Torquay to Swansea is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 45m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for travel. The distance is 132 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Torquay and Swansea
Torquay
Swansea
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 Swansea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
Dining
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your journey to Swansea from Torquay.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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