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What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Torquay?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights to Torquay from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
16h 10m
£35
£40
2
Train
8h 33m
£126
£142
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Torquay from Edinburgh?

You can reach Torquay with just £35 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £38
Tuesday
from £35
Wednesday
Thursday
from £35
Friday
Saturday
from £41
Sunday

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    16h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:10
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £49

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    16h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:10
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40

    • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    8h 36m
    0
    06:06
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    14:42
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    8h 33m
    0
    07:04
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    15:37
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    8h 36m
    0
    08:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    16:43
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £126
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    8h 46m
    0
    06:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    15:16
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £165

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    16h 20m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:20
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    16h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:10
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Torquay?

You can get to Torquay from Edinburgh in just 8h 33m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 16h 10m
Tuesday
from 8h 33m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 16h 20m
Friday
Saturday
from 16h 10m
Sunday

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    16h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:10
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £49
  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    8h 33m
    0
    07:04
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    15:37
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    8h 36m
    0
    06:06
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    14:42
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £126
  • CrossCountry
    8h 36m
    0
    08:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    16:43
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £126
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    8h 46m
    0
    06:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    15:16
    Torquay
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £165

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    16h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:10
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    16h 20m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:20
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    16h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    14:10
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    18h 20m
    0
    10:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    04:55
    Torquay
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Torquay

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Torquay?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, while in Torquay you will be arriving at Lisburne Square Bus Stop, Central Station or Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Torquay from Edinburgh? With 3 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Torquay, you can pay as low as £35 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Torquay in just 8h 33m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Torquay are National Express, CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Torquay is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Paignton, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Exeter Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Torquay?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Torquay, are National Express, CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: CrossCountry and London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Torquay

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Torquay. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Torquay

How can I reach Torquay from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Torquay from Edinburgh.

How far is Torquay from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Torquay is 611.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Torquay?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 104 kgs, and a flight 150 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Torquay?

You can get to Torquay with just £35 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Torquay in just 8h 33m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Torquay

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Torquay. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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