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 84 bus and line 78 bus and line 73 bus which costs £13 - £18 and takes 7h 28m.

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 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Looe station. However, there are services departing from The Bastille and arriving at Fire Station via Bus Station, Church, Westgate Street and Liskeard station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Looe?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Looe is 131 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 bus and train which takes 5h 49m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m 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 does the Ilfracombe to Looe bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus 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 2281+ hotels available in Looe.

Ilfracombe to Looe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 84 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Bastille to Rail Stationbus 21B
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
5h 49m
£51–91
Bus, line 84 bus, line 78 bus, line 73 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Bastille to Bus Stationbus 21B
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Churchbus 85
3. Take the bus from Church to Westgate Streetbus 84 / ...
4. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Liskeard stationbus 78 / ...
5. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Fire Stationbus 73 / ...
7h 28m
£14–17
Drive 75.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Looecar 75.4 mi
2h 1m
£19–28

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Fire Station via Bus Station, Church, Westgate Street, and Liskeard station in around 7h 28m.

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