The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Torquay
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Torquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Torquay will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oxford for Torquay on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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 Oxford to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a train costs an average of €74.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€78 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to Torquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Torquay trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:20 AM Oxford | 4h50 | 9:10 AM Torquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Oxford to Torquay trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as CrossCountry offer trains services from Oxford to Torquay. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford to Torquay.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Torquay.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Oxford to Torquay.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Torquay.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Torquay
Trains from Oxford to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) but you can travel from only $70 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry from Oxford to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Oxford and Torquay from $70 (€56). 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 Oxford to Torquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of 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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