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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Skegness is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Skegness is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via Sherborne Road, Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Central Bus Station and Mill Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Skegness via Newton Abbot, Derby and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Torquay to Skegness?

The distance between Torquay and Skegness is 330 miles. The road distance is 292.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs £110 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Torquay to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Skegness bus from?

Torquay to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Skegness train from?

Torquay to Skegness train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Skegness?

The best way to get from Torquay to Skegness is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs £110 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 6m.

Where does the Torquay to Skegness bus arrive?

Torquay to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Torquay to Skegness train arrive?

Torquay to Skegness train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Skegness is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Torquay to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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Torquay to Skegness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Torquay to Skegness 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 DerbyPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to SkegnessNottingham - Skegness
8h 27m
£119–353
Drive 290.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Skegness290.4 mi
5h 27m
£73–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station102
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station Car Park151
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
15h 6m
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
9h 35m
£81–250
Train via Gloucester
1. Take the train from Dawlish Warren to Gloucester
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
10h 55m
£111–253

Torquay to Skegness by train

56Weekly Trains

8h 27mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

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Distance: 327.7 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Skegness via Newton Abbot, Derby, and Nottingham in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Dorothy Avenue via Sherborne Road, Rail Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Mill Inn in around 15h 6m.

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