The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Torquay
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
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 $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Torquay on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 16 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.
9:58 AM5h16Brighton3:14 PMTorquay$1031One-way0 transfers
9:58 AM5h16Brighton3:14 PMTorquay$1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight 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 $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $366.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Torquay:
A bus is $65 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Torquay costing on average $105 (€86).
A bus is $414 (€339) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Torquay costing on average $454 (€371).
Other travel options to Torquay take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 58m.
Bus takes on average 7h 9m.
Tickets start at around $105 (€86) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-35.79 (€-29.28). The journey takes 4h 54m versus 4h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Brighton to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Torquay trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C42225 · C42683+ G77290+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | Delayed 1:03 PM 12:09 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h46 | 4:55 PM Torquay station (TQY) | 3 transfers | |
C42229 · C48034+ G77298+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | Delayed 2:03 PM 1:09 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h45 | 5:54 PM Torquay station (TQY) | 3 transfers | |
W35011+ L79396+ C42685+ W29885 | Delayed 2:10 PM 1:13 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 5h15 | 6:28 PM Torquay station (TQY) | 4 transfers | |
W35011+ L79396+ G26693+ G01149 | Delayed 2:10 PM 1:13 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 5h33 | 6:46 PM Torquay station (TQY) | 3 transfers | |
C42388 · Y15293+ G01149+ C02710 | On time 1:14 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 5h32 | 6:46 PM Torquay station (TQY) | 3 transfers | |
C42231 · C48038+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+ G77306 | Delayed 3:03 PM 2:09 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h50 | 6:59 PM Torquay station (TQY) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Torquay
Trains from Brighton to Torquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from Brighton to Torquay trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Brighton and Torquay from $27 (€22). 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
- 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
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