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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Torquay is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Torquay is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Tesco via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Poole to Torquay?

The distance between Poole and Torquay is 147 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Poole to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Torquay bus from?

Poole to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Torquay?

The best way to get from Poole to Torquay is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Poole to Torquay bus arrive?

Poole to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Torquay is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Poole to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2349+ hotels available in Torquay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole 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 Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain
5h 23m
£72–140
Drive 96.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Torquaycar 96.7 mi
1h 59m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 501 / ...
8h 47m
£42–77
Train, bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Roadbus 2 / ...
6. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Cary Paradebus 12
9h 3m

Poole to Torquay by train and bus

59Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Torquay.

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Distance: 145.7 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Asda via Upwey, Castle Cary, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Tesco via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station in around 8h 47m.

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