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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Penzance is to bus via Plymouth which costs £8 - £22 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Penzance is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay station to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Albert Pier Road via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Penzance via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Torquay to Penzance?

The distance between Torquay and Penzance is 119 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Torquay to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Penzance bus from?

Torquay to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Penzance train from?

Torquay to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Penzance?

The best way to get from Torquay to Penzance is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £8 - £22 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Torquay to Penzance bus arrive?

Torquay to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Royal Parade station.

Where does the Torquay to Penzance train arrive?

Torquay to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Penzance is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Torquay to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Torquay to Penzance?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to PenzanceExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
3h 36m
£57–157
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Parade80
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Albert Pier RoadUkn49 / ...
4h 36m
£8–22
Drive 106.3 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Penzance106.3 mi
2h 4m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station404
6h 18m
£24–37

Torquay to Penzance by train

149Weekly Trains

3h 36mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Penzance hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Albert Pier Road via Royal Parade and Plymouth Coach Station in around 4h 36m.

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