Train from Torquay to Plymouth: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Torquay to Plymouth on 30 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Torquay to Plymouth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
1h 15mAverage duration
25 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £25Average duration1h 15m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£7 - £27Average duration1h 20m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Torquay to Plymouth by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Torquay to Plymouth?

    The cheapest train tickets from Torquay to Plymouth start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £11. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Torquay to Plymouth?

    The average train journey time from Torquay to Plymouth is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 51m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Torquay to Plymouth route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Torquay to Plymouth?

    The earliest train from Torquay to Plymouth departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 20:11.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Torquay to Plymouth?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Torquay to Plymouth?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Torquay to Plymouth?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Torquay to Plymouth?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Torquay to Plymouth was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Torquay to Plymouth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £26 for a train ticket from Torquay to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-30.

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