Torquay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Torquay

With a population of 12,854, Torquay is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Torquay to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Torquay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blackmans Brewery & Pizza Bar (26 Bell Street) and Mortadeli (4 Gilbert St shop 9) are great picks.

When to visit Torquay

Torquay in October
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Torquay in October
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Torquay

Plane

Although Torquay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 35 km from Torquay.

Car

Another option to get to Torquay is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 81 km from Torquay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Canberra, the bus ride to Torquay takes 772 km and will cost you around $235. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $247 for a journey of 1159 km.

Plane

Although Torquay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 35 km from Torquay.

Car

Another option to get to Torquay is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 81 km from Torquay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Canberra, the bus ride to Torquay takes 772 km and will cost you around $235. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $247 for a journey of 1159 km.

Airports near Torquay

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (4,670 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,637 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,252 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,429 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,982 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,000 reviews)
Finnair
Good (854 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (931 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (414 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,753 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (530 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (731 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $201 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $213 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Torquay

Hiring a car in Torquay

Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Torquay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.00 and $28.00. Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Torquay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.00 and $28.00. Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.