What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Torquay?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Torquay is to bus which costs £29 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Torquay?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Torquay is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross and arriving at Cary Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Torquay?

The distance between Charing Cross and Torquay is 203 miles. The road distance is 191.5 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Torquay without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £50 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Torquay?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Charing Cross to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Torquay bus from?

Charing Cross to Torquay bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Torquay?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Torquay is to train which takes 4h and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Torquay bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Torquay bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Torquay is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Charing Cross to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2358+ hotels available in Torquay.

Charing Cross to Torquay - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Charing Cross to Torquay by train, bus, car, or plane

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 London Paddington to Newton AbbotLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h
£54–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Heathrow Central Bus StationN9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Station501 / ...
7h 25m
£29–40
Drive 190.4 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Torquay190.4 mi
3h 34m
£48–69
Fly from London City Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
7h 58m
£195–474
Bus via Bampfylde Street
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde StreetUk045 / ...
7h 48m
£29–77
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
6h 33m
£121–306
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
6h 59m
£153–437

Charing Cross to Torquay by subway, train, and bus

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4hAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.1 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Torquay, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £50–180 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charing Cross to Cary Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station in around 7h 25m.

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