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

The cheapest way to get from Farnborough to Torquay is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farnborough to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Farnborough and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Farnborough station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Frimley station and arriving at Tesco via Heathrow Terminal 5, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Farnborough to Torquay?

The distance between Farnborough and Torquay is 178 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Farnborough to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Farnborough to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farnborough to Torquay bus from?

Farnborough to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Train or bus from Farnborough to Torquay?

The best way to get from Farnborough to Torquay is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Farnborough to Torquay bus arrive?

Farnborough to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Farnborough to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnborough to Torquay is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Farnborough to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2550+ hotels available in Torquay.

Farnborough to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Farnborough 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 Reading to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
3h 31m
£68–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 501
7h 1m
£30–43
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Farnborough to Torquaycar 159.3 mi
2h 50m
£39–57
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 1m
£37–80

Farnborough to Torquay by train and bus

157Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Farnborough, England and Torquay, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £60–160 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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