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Compare train and bus for Penzance to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 92 miles (149 km)
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Penzance to Torquay trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all train services from Penzance to Torquay. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Penzance to Torquay.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Great Western Rail tickets can only be bought on Omio or Great Western Rail's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Great Western Rail tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Penzance to Torquay.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Torquay
Trains from Penzance to Torquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 20:17 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Penzance to Torquay trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Penzance and Torquay from $16 (€13). 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 Penzance to Torquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- 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 the platforms. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to 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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