What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Torquay?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Torquay is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Torquay?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cary Parade via Bus Station and Sherborne Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Torquay?

The distance between Cardiff and Torquay is 139 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Torquay without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Torquay?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cardiff to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Torquay bus from?

Cardiff to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Torquay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Torquay is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Cardiff to Torquay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Torquay is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2356+ hotels available in Torquay.

Cardiff to Torquay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Torquay by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 14m
£34–106
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Road7 / ...
5h 4m
£25–54
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Torquay127.6 mi
2h 17m
£32–46
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Taunton
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newton Abbot
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Parade12
3h 45m
£68–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 18m
£27–51

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Torquay.

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Torquay, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Asda via Bristol Temple Meads, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cary Parade via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Sherborne Road in around 5h 4m.

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