Torquay travel guide

Torquay Tourism | Torquay Guide

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, Sou' West (25-27 Baines Cres) and Bob Sugar (17 The Esplanade) 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 Sydney, the bus ride to Torquay takes 1159 km and will cost you around $264. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $410 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 Sixt, 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 $264. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $410 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Torquay

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,268 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,938 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,727 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (516 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,587 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $215 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $218 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Torquay

Hiring a car in Torquay

Expect to pay $1.77 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 $21.17 and $28.23. 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 $1.77 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 $21.17 and $28.23. Compact (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Torquay, while also 26% cheaper than other types, on average.