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 22 miles from Torquay.

Car

Another option to get to Torquay is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 51 miles from Torquay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Canberra, the bus ride to Torquay takes 480 miles and will cost you around $242. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $247 for a journey of 720 miles.

Plane

Although Torquay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 22 miles from Torquay.

Car

Another option to get to Torquay is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 51 miles from Torquay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Canberra, the bus ride to Torquay takes 480 miles and will cost you around $242. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $247 for a journey of 720 miles.

Airports near Torquay

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,498 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,301 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,561 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (477 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,128 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,800 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,591 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (499 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $219 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $215 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Torquay

Hiring a car in Torquay

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.44 and $28.58. Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.44 and $28.58. Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.