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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Cardiff Central | Torquay | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Torquay | No tags | ||||
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Get from Cardiff to Torquay
The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just £99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £99
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Torquay by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cardiff to Torquay?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Torquay start from £99. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Torquay?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Torquay is 3h 17m, covering a distance of 72 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 16m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Torquay route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Torquay?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Torquay departs at 08:00. And the latest train departs at 15:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Torquay was searched and found on 5 Apr 2026 with a price of £76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Torquay as early as possible.
