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

379.7 miles 611 km · straight line
459.6 miles actual route 739.6 km · driving distance
8h 48min estimated drive time
£70 - £86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
182° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Torquay, United Kingdom?

The distance from Edinburgh to Torquay, United Kingdom is 379.7 miles (611 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 459.6 miles, taking about 8h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Torquay, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 48min £70 - £86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 34min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 22min $55–$161* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Torquay, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 127 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM