Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Torquay has to offer.

Where to Eat in Torquay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sou' West (25-27 Baines Cres) and The Stoop (1 Cliff Street) are great picks.

When to visit Torquay

Torquay in March
Estimated hotel price
$179
1 night at 3-star hotel
Torquay in March
Estimated hotel price
$179
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 Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Sydney, the bus ride to Torquay takes 1159 km and will cost you around $296. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 3814 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 Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Sydney, the bus ride to Torquay takes 1159 km and will cost you around $296. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Torquay

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $263 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $262 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 $21.38 and $28.50. Economy (Class Economy SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 41% 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 $21.38 and $28.50. Economy (Class Economy SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

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