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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Torquay is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Tesco via Long Reach, London Victoria and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Torquay?

The distance between Whitstable and Torquay is 259 miles. The road distance is 249.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Torquay without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 3m and costs £75 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Whitstable to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Torquay bus from?

Whitstable to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Long Reach station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Torquay?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Torquay is to train via London which takes 5h 3m and costs £75 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Whitstable to Torquay bus arrive?

Whitstable to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Torquay is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Whitstable to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2356+ hotels available in Torquay.

Whitstable to Torquay - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Whitstable to Torquay by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton AbbotLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
5h 3m
£77–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Long Reach to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Station501 / ...
10h 11m
£36–56
Drive 248.4 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Torquay248.4 mi
4h 16m
£62–89
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
7h 52m
£135–346
Train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London VictoriaRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton AbbotLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
5h 40m
£75–230
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London VictoriaRamsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
7h 3m
£47–153
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
8h 58m
£209–552
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paignton
8h 28m
£171–519

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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Map of how to get from Whitstable to Torquay.

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Distance: 257.8 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Asda via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Tesco via Long Reach, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Rail Station in around 10h 11m.

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