Car hire in Torquay
Torquay Rail Station
Find your perfect hire car in Torquay
At the heart of the English riviera, the seaside resort of Torquay is the perfect base to discover the delights of the South Devon coast with your hire car. With Avis Car Rental, you can explore Torquay along with neighbouring towns in the Torbay area like Brixham and Paignton as well as Dartmouth and Totnes which are within easy reach.
Stunning coastal drives
Expect a mild climate and a coastline of dramatic cliffs descending to palm-fringed sandy beaches as you drive the stunning 22-mile English riviera. On your way, stop off at pretty fishing villages, explore chic resort towns and seek out hidden gems along with the wealth of leisure attractions that make for perfect holidays with family and friends.
Flexible booking
You’ll find renting and collecting a hire car with Avis in Torquay is fast and easy, meaning you can spend more time enjoying Torbay and South Devon from the comfort of your perfect rental vehicle.
With Avis you benefit from quality rental vehicles, free cancellation, speedy car collection, a free loyalty programme and much more. Our flexible cancellation policy means you can change or cancel your booking for free up to 48hrs before the day of your rental. If you want to travel further afield just select our one-way car hire option giving you total freedom to shape your trip.
.jpg)
Where to find us
You'll find our Avis rental station in Torquay at Torquay Railway Station.
Our Torquay Railway Station location is just outside the front entrance of the station. Turn left as you leave the station concourse and you’ll find our Avis Torquay office just a short walk away.
Torquay Car Hire Locations
Torquay Railway Station
Address:
Rathmore Road,
Torquay, TQ2 6NU, United Kingdom
Phone:
Hours of Operation:
Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM; Sat 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Tips for driving in Torquay
If you are collecting your hire car from our rental office at Torquay Railway Station and have just arrived in the country, remember that you will be driving on the left-hand side of the road and overtaking on the right as you leave our location.
If you are new to driving in the UK or have not driven in the country recently, we recommend checking the key British road rules you need to know before setting out.
When you are driving in Torquay, you’ll notice the road network in the centre of town is designed around a one-way system with some narrow, winding and hilly streets. You’ll find the coastal roads connecting towns in the Torbay area are good and easy to navigate. Our top tip for driving in the Torquay area is to plan your journey ahead and use GPS. If you are heading into rural areas, watch out for passing places when driving along narrow lanes.
The town and surrounding areas are busiest in the peak summer periods so you might want to factor in extra travel time to your destination.
Torquay car rental FAQs
What are the age requirements for hiring a rental car in Torquay?
The minimum age to rent a car in Torquay and the rest of the UK is 23. Age restrictions also vary by vehicle and some selected car groups are not available to drivers under the age of 25.
There is currently no maximum age for hiring a rental car, so long as you have had a full, valid, licence for at least 1 year. Some additional steps may be required for those who are over the age of 75 on the date of the scheduled return.
Can I pick up my rental car in Torquay and return it to another location?
One-way car rental with Avis makes it easy to go from A to B without driving full circle. That means you can collect your Avis hire car from Torquay and then return it to another Avis office. Many of our offices offer a 24-hour drop-off facility, which makes a one-way car hire hassle-free and very user-friendly. Simply check out our many available one-way journeys and start planning your route. When you are ready to book, just specify your destination in the booking panel and we will arrange it for you.
Is it worth hiring a car in Torquay?
While many parts of the seaside resort of Torquay are easy to get around on foot and by taking public transport, it is worth hiring a car to travel across and outside the town and immediate Torbay area. With so many stunning destinations and visitor attractions within easy drive of Torquay, a hire car is an essential part of your trip. Renting a car in Torquay gives you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy independent travel as well as offering the chance to explore further afield and even plan a road trip around England’s beautiful West Country.
What is parking like in Torquay?
Although parking in the town is more difficult in peak summer months, and on street parking is fairly limited, you’ll generally find parking spaces available at one of the three council-owned car parks in the Harbour, Meadfoot Road and Beacon Quay. These car parks have pay machines and you can generally pay using a parking app.
Things to do in Torquay
Torquay is right at the heart of the English riviera and you’ll find it a great base to explore especially in holiday season when this lively resort is packed with family-friendly visitor attractions. Spend time in the harbourside with its independent shops, cafes and marina, head off on a boat trip around the coast or travel back through the centuries at the town’s famous prehistoric caves.
Recommended day trips from Torquay
Torquay is perfectly placed to explore Torbay, the coastal area of South Devon and within easy reach of some of the region’s most popular destinations including the cathedral city of Exeter which is just 50min away.
One of the best day trips by car from Torquay is a scenic 60-mile round trip to Dartmoor National Park. Aim for Princetown, where you can stop off and explore the National Park visitor centre and even step inside the world-famous Dartmoor Prison where the museum tells its 200-year old story to 1000s of visitors every year.
PICK YOUR PERFECT RIDE
Big trips, quick errands or long weekends - choose the best option from our curated vehicle lineup.
