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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Torquay is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 25m.

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 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Torquay?

The distance between Cardiff and Torquay is 141 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 and line 12 bus which takes 3h 28m and costs £25 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 bus which takes 5h 25m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 3h 42m.

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 2369+ hotels available in Torquay.

Cardiff to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 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, line 12 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbot
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Tesco12
3h 28m
£26–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Road2 / ...
5h 25m
£26–47
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Torquay127.6 mi
2h 17m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 42m
£52–87

Cardiff to Torquay by train and bus

156Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cary Parade via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Sherborne Road in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cary Parade via Taunton, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 3h 42m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.