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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Looe is to drive which costs £35 - £50 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Looe. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bridge via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Looe. However, there are services departing from Salisbury and arriving at Liskeard via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Looe?

The distance between Bournemouth and Looe is 198 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Looe without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 40m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Bournemouth to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Looe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Looe train from?

Bournemouth to Looe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Salisbury station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Looe?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Looe is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 40m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Looe bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Looe train arrive?

Bournemouth to Looe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Looe is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Bournemouth to Looe.

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

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Bournemouth to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 73 bus

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

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 40m
£68–134
Drive 141.1 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Looecar 141.1 mi
2h 53m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Officebus 805
9h 37m
£49–92
Train, bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
6. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Fire Stationbus 73 / ...
8h 59m
£60–113
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 14m
£120–214

Bournemouth to Looe by bus and train

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 8h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Bournemouth Square to Fire Station via Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, Salisbury, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bridge via Heathrow Terminal 5, Post Office, and Liskeard Bus Interchange in around 9h 37m.

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