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 August
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Torquay in August
Estimated hotel price
$129
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 Budget, 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 $148. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $161 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 rental from Melbourne, which is about 81 km from Torquay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, 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 $148. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $161 for a journey of 1159 km.

Airports near Torquay

Airlines serving Torquay

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,477 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,553 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (397 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,557 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (495 reviews)
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Where to stay in Torquay

Average rates range from around $124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $138 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, 538 reviews)
$185+
Wyndham Resort Torquay
4 stars
Good (7.7, 2447 reviews)
$107+
Torquay Tropicana Motel
3 stars
Good (7.7, 808 reviews)
$83+

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. The most frequently booked car type in Torquay is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 1% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Torquay is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 1% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.