How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Torquay?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Torquay start from £31. The average price for this train route is around £148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Torquay?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Torquay is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Torquay route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Birmingham to Torquay departs at 09:42. And the latest train departs at 15:42.

Train Birmingham to Torquay from £29

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Torquay on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 18m	13:00	Torquay	Cheapest
Train	15:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 3m	18:45	Torquay	Fastest
Train	09:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 18m	13:00	Torquay	No tags
Train	15:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 3m	18:45	Torquay	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Torquay on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 17m	12:59	Torquay	Cheapest
Train	15:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 4m	18:46	Torquay	Fastest
Train	09:42	Birmingham New Street	3h 17m	12:59	Torquay	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:50 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Torquay

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Torquay. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

157 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£20 - £51	Average duration7h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£31 - £366	Average duration3h 4m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£23 - £23	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £31

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Torquay by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Torquay?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Torquay start from £31. The average price for this train route is around £148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Torquay?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Torquay is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Torquay route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Torquay?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Torquay departs at 09:42. And the latest train departs at 15:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£42

10/12

£42

Today

No data

12/12

£143

13/12

£30

14/12

No data

15/12

£30

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Torquay was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £30

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

You can expect to pay from £30 to £350 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Torquay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-13.