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 May
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Torquay in May
Estimated hotel price
$112
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 rental from Melbourne, which is about 51 miles 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 480 miles and will cost you around $75. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $163 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 rental from Melbourne, which is about 51 miles 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 480 miles and will cost you around $75. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $163 for a journey of 720 miles.

Airports near Torquay

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,652 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (401 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (502 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $135 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Torquay

Most booked hotels in Torquay

Racv Torquay Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 542 reviews)
$178+
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 stars
Good (7.7, 2447 reviews)
$110+
Torquay Tropicana Motel
3 stars
Good (7.7, 801 reviews)
$85+

Renting a car in Torquay

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Torquay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Torquay, while also 4% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Torquay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Torquay, while also 4% cheaper than other types, on average.