Watford to Torquay train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford to Torquay

Showing times and prices for 20 Jul

Cheapest price

£73

Average price

£121

Fastest journey

3 h 51 m

Average duration

3 h 55 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

255 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Watford to Torquay will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.

Fast trains

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

  • TubeTube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG14983 · C48021+London OvergroundL22381
    10:484h28
    Watford High Street (WFH)
    15:16Torquay station (TQY)
    £731One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14979 · C48015+TubeTube from London Euston to London Paddington+London OvergroundL22358
    8:505h26
    Bushey (BSH)
    14:16Torquay station (TQY)
    £731One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34797 · C48015+London OvergroundL22369+TubeTube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington
    9:484h28
    Watford High Street (WFH)
    14:16Torquay station (TQY)
    £731One-way
    3 changes
  • London OvergroundP02417+TubeTube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayW34788
    8:194h14
    Watford High Street (WFH)
    12:33Torquay station (TQY)
    £941One-way
    2 changes
  • TubeTube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayW34788+West Midlands TrainsY81034
    7:474h46
    Watford Junction (WFJ)
    12:33Torquay station (TQY)
    £941One-way
    2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Watford to Torquay

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Take a train from Watford to Torquay and enjoy the approximately 255 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 19:10.

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
255 km
Average train duration
3h 50m
Trains per day
6
First train
0:06
Last train
19:10
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

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Watford to Torquay trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Watford and Torquay. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
5h 59m
Cheapest Price
£47
Great Western Railway frequency
8 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

FAQs: Watford to Torquay train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Watford to Torquay is 255 km.
The first train from Watford to Torquay leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Watford to Torquay departs at 19:10.
Trains from Watford to Torquay run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Watford to Torquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Watford to Torquay.
To travel from Watford to Torquay, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Watford to Torquay.
The train station in Watford that goes to Torquay is Watford Junction (WFJ), and it arrives at Torquay station (TQY).
Booking trains from Watford to Torquay in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Torquay is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the beaches, and savour the local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Watford to Torquay.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Watford and Torquay

Most Watford to Torquay trains use the Watford Junction to Torquay station pair, with some services arriving at Torre. Use this guide to compare Watford and Torquay train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Watford
Arrival train stations in Torquay

Which Watford station do trains to Torquay leave from?

Trains from Watford to Torquay leave from Watford Junction. The station is 1 km from Watford city centre at Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU.
Watford JunctionWatford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU+44 3301235247ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre

TrainLondon Euston - Watford Junction, Kilburn High Road - Watford Junction, Willesden Junction Low Level - Watford Junction · 5m · £0.89 · every ~9 min
BusW20 · 5m · £2 · every ~1 min
635 · 7m · £4 · every ~2 min
322 · 20m · £2 · every ~6 min

Watford Junction train station facilities and services

Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Watford Junction.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

BusheyBushey station, Pinner Road, Watford, Greater London, WD19 4EA+44 343 222 1234WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre

Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainWatford Junction - London Euston, Watford Junction - Willesden Junction Low Level, Watford Junction - Kilburn High Road · 2m · £0.89 · every ~9 min
Bus306, 832 · 9m · £4 · every ~4 min
602 · 11m · £2 · every ~5 min
885 · 14m

Bushey train station facilities and services

Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bushey.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bushey: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Watford High StreetWatford High Street station, 182 Watford High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2NW+44 343 222 1234WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre

Bus321 · 3m · £4 · every ~10 min
306 · 6m · every ~4 min

Watford High Street train station facilities and services

Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Watford High Street: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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