Taking the train from Torquay to Guildford in 3 hours 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Torquay to Guildford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 55 minutes to travel the 140 miles (225 km) from Torquay to Guildford by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 30 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to Guildford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Torquay to Guildford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Guildford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Torquay to Guildford
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Torquay to Guildford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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