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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Looe is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £13 - £18 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Looe. However, there are services departing from The Bastille and arriving at Bridge via Rail Station, Church, Westgate Street and Liskeard station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Looe. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Looe via Exeter St Davids and Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Looe?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Looe is 129 miles. The road distance is 75.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Looe without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Ilfracombe to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Looe bus from?

Ilfracombe to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from The Bastille station.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Looe train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Looe?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Looe is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £13 - £18 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Looe bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Looe train arrive?

Ilfracombe to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Looe is 76 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Ilfracombe to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2359+ hotels available in Looe.

Ilfracombe to Looe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Looe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 21m
£52–104
Bus, line 78 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Bastille to Rail Stationbus 21B
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Churchbus 85
3. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Liskeard stationbus 78 / ...
7h 44m
£14–17
Drive 75.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Looecar 75.4 mi
2h 1m
£19–27

Ilfracombe to Looe by bus and train

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6h 21mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Wilder Road Car Park to Looe via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Liskeard in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Bastille to Bridge via Rail Station, Church, Westgate Street, and Liskeard station in around 7h 44m.

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