The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Torquay
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Torquay will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gloucester 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 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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 Gloucester to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€40 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gloucester to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:40 AM Gloucester | 3h34 | 2:14 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:49 PM Gloucester | 3h51 | 4:40 PM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Torquay
Trains from Gloucester to Torquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 20:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Gloucester to Torquay trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Gloucester and Torquay from $17 (€14). 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 Gloucester to Torquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- 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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