The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Torquay
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
7 h 37 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Torquay will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Torquay on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 37 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 9 h 23 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 train and bus for Brighton to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€79 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:38 AM Brighton | 7h37 | 12:15 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:51 AM Brighton | 9h23 | 2:14 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Brighton to Torquay trains with Omio?
South Western Railway as well as Great Western Rail offer trains services from Brighton to Torquay. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Torquay.
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Torquay.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Torquay.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While South Western Railway tickets can be bought on South Western Railway's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Great Western Rail to help you choose the right option for your journey from Brighton to Torquay.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Torquay.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Torquay
Trains from Brighton to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from Brighton to Torquay trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Brighton and Torquay from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Torquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Torquay by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Torquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Torquay
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via lifts and ramps.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” This station has a degree of step free access to the down platform to Torquay however the north bound platform towards Exeter can only be accessed via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on Newton Road Opposite Travelodge towards Paignton / Outside Travelodge towards Newton Abbot.
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