What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Torbay?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Torbay is to train which costs £80 - £200 and takes 8h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Torbay?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Torbay is to fly and train which takes 5h 27m and costs £95 - £270.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Torbay?

The distance between Edinburgh and Torbay is 540 miles. The road distance is 462.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Torbay without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Torbay without a car is to train which takes 8h 57m and costs £80 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Torbay?

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Edinburgh to Torbay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Torbay?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Torbay is 462 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Edinburgh to Torbay.

Where can I stay near Torbay?

There are 2337+ hotels available in Torbay.

Edinburgh to Torbay - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Torbay by train, 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 57m
£82–193
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbot
5h 46m
£54–162
Drive 459.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Torbay459.5 mi
7h 43m
£113–163
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
5h 27m
£96–262
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newton Abbot
10h 58m
£131–294
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbot
6h 30m
£62–218
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbot
7h 17m
£96–400
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)NCL - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
6h 15m
£107–334
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbot
7h 59m
£102–274

Edinburgh to Torbay by train and bus

81Weekly Services

8h 57mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Torbay.

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Distance: 536.6 mi
Duration: 8h 57m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Torbay, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton Abbot every 2 hours. Tickets cost £80–190 and the journey takes 8h 5m.

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