What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Looe?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Looe is to bus and line 10 bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 8h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Looe?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Fire Station via Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Looe. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Liskeard via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Looe?

The distance between Birmingham and Looe is 243 miles. The road distance is 220.6 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Looe without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Looe without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £120 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Looe?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Birmingham to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Looe bus from?

Birmingham to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Looe train from?

Birmingham to Looe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Looe?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Looe is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Birmingham to Looe bus arrive?

Birmingham to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Post Office station.

Where does the Birmingham to Looe train arrive?

Birmingham to Looe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Looe is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Birmingham to Looe.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Looe?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Looe?

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Birmingham to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Looe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 45m
£129–183
Bus, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Stationbus 10
8h 52m
£27–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Post Officebus 104
8h 51m
£46–105
Drive 219.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Looecar 219.3 mi
3h 48m
£54–78
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 25m
£124–188

Birmingham to Looe by train and bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.6 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Looe, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Post Office once daily. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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