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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Poole is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Poole is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Poole. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Poole via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Torquay to Poole?

The distance between Torquay and Poole is 150 miles. The road distance is 98 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Poole without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Torquay to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Poole train from?

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

Where does the Torquay to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Poole is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Torquay to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2226+ hotels available in Poole.

Torquay to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Poole 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 Newton Abbot to Castle Cary
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upwey
3. Take the train from Upwey to Poole
5h 40m
£80–156
Drive 97.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Poole97.4 mi
1h 59m
£25–36
Line 11 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Triangle11
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminster
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings StatueX53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
6h 34m
Line 12 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Sherborne Road12
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Station2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Station44A
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus StationX53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings StatueX53 / ...
6. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
8h 32m

Torquay to Poole by train

56Weekly Trains

5h 40mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 149 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Poole via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 5h 40m.

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