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

164.5 miles 264.7 km · straight line
193.9 miles actual route 312.1 km · driving distance
4h 3min estimated drive time
£29 - £36 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom is 164.5 miles (264.7 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located WSW of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.9 miles, taking about 4h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 London, 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 London, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 3min £29 - £36 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 52min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 51min $23–$68* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM