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
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Torquay in May
Estimated hotel price
$106
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 rental 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 $175. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $272 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 rental 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 $175. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $272 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 (4,585 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 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 (5,936 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (513 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,587 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $145 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, 554 reviews)
$191+
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 stars
Good (7.7, 2462 reviews)
$107+
Torquay Tropicana Motel
3 stars
Good (7.7, 796 reviews)
$80+

Renting a car in Torquay

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. 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 $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. 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.