Do you want a holiday in Devon without a car, then Torquay is one of the best places to base yourself. Situated at the heart of the English Riviera, Torquay ranks high on the list of destinations for UK holidaymakers. Its long-standing popularity means that there is a lot to see and do, with many of these attractions easily accessible without a car. Rail connections to London and nationwide by train are also good, so once you are here, you will have plenty of choices.
Where Can You go in Torquay, Paignton & Brixham Without a Car
To make things super easy I’ve listed some of the main attractions you can go to without a car in Torquay and nearby Paignton without a car. Starting from the north in Babbacome Bay, following the coast south to Brixham.
| Destination | Bus Number |
| Babbacombe Model Village | Hop 22 |
| Bygones | Hop 22 |
| Babbacombe Cliff Railway | Hop 22 |
| Babbacombe Theatre | Hop 22 |
| Kents Cavern | Hop 22 |
| Torquay Museum | Hop 22 |
| Crime Museum | Hop 22 |
| Torquay’s Dinosaur World | Hop 22 |
| Princess Theatre | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Jungle Journey Adventure Golf | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Riviera International Centre (Leisure pool, wave machine, soft play) | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Torre Abbey | Hop 22 & 60 |
| Agatha Christie Mile Start Point | Hop 12 |
| Cockington Country Park (and craft centre) | Hop 62 |
| Occombe Farm | Hop 60 |
| GeoPlay Park | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Pirates Bay Adventure Golf | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Dartmouth Steam Railway & Riverboat Company (see my other post regarding river dart cruises) | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Escape Rooms Torquay | Hop 12 & 22 |
| Splashdown @Quaywest | Hop 12 |
| Paignton Zoo | Hop 22 |
| Brixham Heritage Museum | Hop 12 & 17 |
| Golden Hind Ship | Hop 12 & 17 |
| Shoalstone Outdoor Seawater Pool | Bus 17 |
| Berry Head National Reserve | Bus 17 |
This table is meant as a guide – do check with the official bus timetable before travelling in case there are any changes, diversions or delays in place. These buses are very regular and tend to be every 10-15 minutes during peak times.
To check routes and times go to Travel Planner for South West
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Alternatively visit the Tourism Information Office in Torquay Harbour for travel maps and timetable information for train and bus services.
Look out for the open- top bus number 122 that runs along the coast in the summer. If you are likely to use a bus for more than a few days the weekly pass might be a good option for you, ask the driver about the ‘megarider’ for Torquay. It will work out more cost effective for multiple journeys.
Days Out Train & Boat from Torquay | Car Free
If the excellent bus network isn’t enough, or you want to explore further afield the train is an excellent choice from Torquay if you do not have a car. Totnes, Dawlish, Dawlish Warren, and Teignmouth are all easily accessible by train from Torquay. Totnes has a completely different atmosphere from Devon and could be an interesting town to visit, particularly if you are interested in markets and independent shops.
Cruises from Torquay harbour are available for trips to Brixham and Dartmouth – some of these cruises combine with the steam train. Visit the tourist information centre in Torquay harbour for a list of the operators.
Map shows Torquay as indicated by the arrow with nearby easily accessible places of interest. You can reach these destinations by bus, rail or indeed a local sea cruise from Torquay harbour.
Want to know more about travelling car-free in Devon go HERE for more help.
