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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Looe is to bus and line 10 bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 9h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Fire Station via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bampfylde Street and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Looe. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Liskeard via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Looe?

The distance between Dorchester and Looe is 168 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Looe without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Dorchester to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Looe bus from?

Dorchester to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Looe train from?

Dorchester to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dorchester West station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Looe?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Looe is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Dorchester to Looe bus arrive?

Dorchester to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Looe train arrive?

Dorchester to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Looe is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Dorchester to Looe.

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

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Dorchester to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Looe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
5h 51m
£74–140
Bus, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Stationbus 10
9h 36m
£12–32
Drive 113.9 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Looecar 113.9 mi
2h 16m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
6h 47m

Dorchester to Looe by train and bus

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5h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.1 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Looe, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Bridge via Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Top O Town to Fire Station via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 9h 36m.

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