How to get from Torquay to Exeter by bus and train?

From Torquay to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Torquay to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Cadewell Lane station to Opposite Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 4A bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 4A4A
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Cadewell Lane

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cadewell Lane
    ID tbydgpd
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Newton Abbot Stop A
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opposite Rail Station
    ID dvndgwjt
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newton Abbot
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exmouth
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4A4A
    Wait for bus
    4A
    Clyst Honiton Exeter International Airport
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
    ID dvngtjgt
    6 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Torquay to Exeter by bus and train via 12, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and 4

To get from Torquay to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Cadewell Lane station to Opposite Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 4 bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 44
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Cadewell Lane

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cadewell Lane
    ID tbydgpd
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Newton Abbot Stop A
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opposite Rail Station
    ID dvndgwjt
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newton Abbot
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Cranbrook Court Royal
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
    ID dvngtjgt
    6 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Torquay to Exeter

The distance between Torquay, South West and Exeter, South West is approximately 42.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Torquay to Exeter by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Torquay

Torquay is located at Torquay, South West and the nearest public transport station is Cadewell Lane.

Train stations close to Torquay:

  • Torquay

Bus stations close to Torquay:

  • Cadewell Lane
  • Higher Cadewell Lane
  • Torbay Hospital Annexe

Public transport stations close to Exeter, South West

Exeter is located at Exeter, South West and the nearest public transport station is Paris Street.

Train stations close to Exeter:

  • Pinhoe

Bus stations close to Exeter:

  • Paris Street
  • Bus Station
  • High Street

Related Routes

Alternative route from Torquay to Exeter by bus and train via 12, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY and 4

To get from Torquay to Exeter in South West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Cadewell Lane station to Opposite Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 4 bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 44
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from Cadewell Lane

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cadewell Lane
    ID tbydgpd
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Newton Abbot Stop A
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opposite Rail Station
    ID dvndgwjt
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newton Abbot
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Cranbrook Court Royal
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
    ID dvngtjgt
    6 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Torquay to Exeter?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 4A.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Torquay to Exeter?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 4.

  • Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Exeter in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Torquay to Exeter in South West?

    The 12 bus line goes from Cadewell Lane station near Torquay to Newton Abbot Stop A station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Newton Abbot Stop A station near Exeter in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Torquay to Exeter in South West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Torquay and Exeter in South West by bus and train is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Torquay to get to Exeter in South West?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Cadewell Lane stop near Torquay in South West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Torquay and Exeter in South West?

    Get off the bus at the Newton Abbot Stop A stop, which is closest to Exeter in South West.

  • When is the first train from Torquay to Exeter in South West?

    The first train from Torquay to Exeter in South West is Great Western Railway. It leaves the Torre station at 06:18.

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