Cities Near Torquay
Cities near Torquay, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Exeter, Plymouth, Taunton. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Torquay, UK is Exeter, about 18 mi (29 km) away — roughly 35 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Plymouth | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 42 mi / 68 km | 1 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Weymouth | 48 mi / 77 km | 1 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Weston-super-Mare | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Barry | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Mendip | 66 mi / 107 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Poole | 70 mi / 112 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bridgend | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bristol | 80 mi / 128 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Torquay
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Exeter, Plymouth, Taunton, Weymouth, Weston-super-Mare. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Torquay include Exeter, Plymouth, Taunton, Weymouth, Weston-super-Mare. The closest is Exeter, about 18 miles (29 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.