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

109.2 miles 175.7 km · straight line
149.7 miles actual route 240.9 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
259° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom is 109.2 miles (175.7 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located WSW of Portsmouth, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.7 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 48min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $18–$52* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Portsmouth, United Kingdom
50.80°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
6m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM