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
RM 480
1 night at 3-star hotel
Torquay in May
Estimated hotel price
RM 480
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 East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Canberra, the bus ride to Torquay takes 772 km and will cost you around RM 813. From Sydney, the ticket costs about RM 733 for a journey of 1159 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 East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Torquay. From Canberra, the bus ride to Torquay takes 772 km and will cost you around RM 813. From Sydney, the ticket costs about RM 733 for a journey of 1159 km.

Airports near Torquay

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (7,168 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,632 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,909 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,497 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,182 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,660 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,530 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,218 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,300 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,451 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,331 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (872 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,304 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,431 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around RM 707 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 753 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Torquay

Hiring a car in Torquay

Expect to pay RM 4.74 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 RM 56.84 and RM 75.78. The most frequently booked car type in Torquay is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy SUV or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 4.74 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 RM 56.84 and RM 75.78. The most frequently booked car type in Torquay is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy SUV or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.