Bristol, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

79.8 miles 128.4 km · straight line
99.2 miles actual route 159.6 km · driving distance
2h 2min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Torquay, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom is 79.8 miles (128.4 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located SSW of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.2 miles, taking about 2h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, United Kingdom and Torquay, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bristol, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 2min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 26min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 56min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Torquay, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Torquay, United Kingdom
50.46°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 312.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM