How much is the train ticket from Torquay to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from Torquay to Exeter start from R 211. The average price for this train route is around R 214. 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 28 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 20 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 46 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

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 201

Next train departures

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 28 January
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 29 January
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 30 January
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 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Torquay	35m	07:50	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	07:18	Torre	32m	07:50	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:15	Torquay	35m	07:50	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	07:15	Torquay	52m	08:07	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:15	Torquay	57m	08:12	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Torquay to Exeter on 1 February
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 2 February
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 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Torre	39m	15:42	Exeter St Thomas	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Torre	38m	16:09	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	07:28	Torre	40m	08:08	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:47	Torre	48m	08:35	Exeter St Thomas	No tags
Train	07:47	Torre	55m	08:42	Exeter St David's	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:48 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

50mAverage duration

29 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 103 - R 213	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 211 - R 523	Average duration43m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 82 - R 82	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.9

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

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 211. The average price for this train route is around R 214. 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 28 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 20 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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Torquay to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
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

26/01

R 202

27/01

R 201

Today

R 201

29/01

R 203

30/01

R 203

31/01

R 203

01/02

R 203

02/02

R 203

The cheapest trip from Torquay to Exeter was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 201

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 201 to R 504 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 203, which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.