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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Looe is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Looe is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Looe. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Bridge via Castle Way, Bus Station and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ilminster and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Ilminster to Looe. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Looe via Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Looe?

The distance between Ilminster and Looe is 120 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Looe without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Ilminster to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Looe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Looe train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilminster to Looe?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Looe is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Ilminster to Looe bus arrive?

Ilminster to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Post Office station.

Where does the Ilminster to Looe train arrive?

Ilminster to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Liskeard station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Looe is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ilminster to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2262+ hotels available in Looe.

Ilminster to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
5h 48m
£45–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post Officebus 805
6h 31m
£24–39
Drive 94.3 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Looecar 94.3 mi
1h 48m
£24–34
Line 30 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market House to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
6h 12m
£44–82

Ilminster to Looe by bus and train

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Distance: 119.7 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Liskeard every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Post Office twice a week. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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