The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to Torquay
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Torquay will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Exeter for Torquay on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Exeter to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 18 miles (29 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Exeter to Torquay Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Live departures
Exeter to Torquay bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Torquay buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:40 PM Exeter | 0h55 | 4:35 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Exeter | 1h00 | 4:55 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Exeter | 0h45 | 10:00 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Exeter to Torquay by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Torquay
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Exeter to Torquay start from as low as $7 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $9 (€7) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: National Express, Dartline Coaches from Exeter to TorquayYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Torquay with National Express, Dartline Coaches for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Dartline Coaches
FAQs: Bus from Exeter to Torquay

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Torquay, Coach Station, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Exeter to Torquay, follow these tips:
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Exeter to Torquay
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station)
- The Singing Kettle (0.5 km)
- Small World Tapas (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 12, 22, 31 Train: Torquay Station
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