How much is the train ticket from Torquay to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from Torquay to Exeter start from R 222. The average price for this train route is around R 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Torquay to Exeter?

The average train journey time from Torquay to Exeter is 43m, covering a distance of 30 km. The quickest train can get you there in 29m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Torquay to Exeter route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Torquay to Exeter?

The earliest train from Torquay to Exeter departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Which is the best train operator from Torquay to Exeter?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Torquay to Exeter?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Torquay to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Torquay to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Train Torquay to Exeter from R 210

Next train departures

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:20	Torquay	44m	10:04	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	10:55	Torquay	37m	11:32	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	10:55	Torquay	37m	11:32	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	11:02	Torquay	43m	11:45	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	12:00	Torquay	44m	12:44	Exeter St Thomas	No tags

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Torquay	42m	15:42	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Torre	38m	16:09	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:24	Torquay	44m	08:08	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	51m	08:35	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	58m	08:42	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Torquay	42m	15:42	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Torre	38m	16:09	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:24	Torquay	44m	08:08	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	51m	08:35	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	58m	08:42	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Torquay	42m	15:42	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Torre	38m	16:09	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:24	Torquay	44m	08:08	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	51m	08:35	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	58m	08:42	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Torquay	42m	15:42	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Torre	38m	16:09	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:24	Torquay	44m	08:08	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	51m	08:35	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	58m	08:42	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Torquay	42m	15:42	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Torre	38m	16:09	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:24	Torquay	44m	08:08	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	51m	08:35	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:44	Torquay	58m	08:42	Exeter St David's	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:44 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Torquay to Exeter

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

55mAverage duration

29 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 113 - R 224	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 222 - R 551	Average duration43m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 87 - R 87	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Torquay to Exeter by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Torquay to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Torquay to Exeter start from R 222. The average price for this train route is around R 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Torquay to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Torquay to Exeter is 43m, covering a distance of 30 km. The quickest train can get you there in 29m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Torquay to Exeter route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Torquay to Exeter?
The earliest train from Torquay to Exeter departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 23:29.
Which is the best train operator from Torquay to Exeter?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Torquay to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Torquay to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Torquay to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/12

R 213

12/12

R 212

Today

R 213

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R 213

15/12

R 213

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R 213

17/12

R 213

18/12

R 213

The cheapest trip from Torquay to Exeter was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 212

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Torquay to Exeter as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 212 to R 529 for a train ticket from Torquay to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 213, which is on 2025-12-14.