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

42.4 miles 68.3 km · straight line
55.2 miles estimated 88.8 km · driving distance
1h 7min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
206° SSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Taunton, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom is 42.4 miles (68.3 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located SSW of Taunton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.2 miles, taking about 1h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Taunton, United Kingdom and Torquay, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 7min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 20min $4–$8* Budget

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

Quick Facts

Taunton, United Kingdom
51.01°N, 3.10°W
Europe/London
22m 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 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 586.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients