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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Looe is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Fire Station via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Looe. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Liskeard via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Looe?

The distance between Chelmsford and Looe is 285 miles. The road distance is 266.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Looe without a car is to train which takes 9h 13m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Chelmsford to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Looe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Looe train from?

Chelmsford to Looe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Looe?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Looe is to train which takes 9h 13m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Looe bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Looe train arrive?

Chelmsford to Looe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Looe is 266 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Chelmsford to Looe.

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

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Chelmsford to Looe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Chelmsford to Looe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 13m
£121–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
11h 30m
£41–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
10h 28m
£57–97
Drive 264.5 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Looecar 264.5 mi
5h 20m
£66–95
Fly London Stansted Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, train, line 73 bus
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
3. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Liskeardtrain
4. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Bridgebus
6h 53m
£59–229
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
10h 19m
£243–495
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Bridgebus
9h 36m
£171–450

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) flights

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Distance: 283.5 mi
Duration: 9h 13m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Bridge via Stratford, London Paddington, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 9h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Fire Station via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 11h 30m.

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