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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $427.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $427 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay:
A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay costing on average $100 (€82).
A bus is $362 (€296) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay costing on average $427 (€349).
Other travel options to Torquay take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 5m.
Bus takes on average 6h 5m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (3h 46m by train vs 4h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $100 (€82) compared to roughly $84 (€69) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 15:20. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 3:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Torquay from $59 (€48). 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Torquay
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- 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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