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

The cheapest way to get from Looe to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Looe to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Looe and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Looe to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Liskeard and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Looe to Bournemouth?

The distance between Looe and Bournemouth is 291 miles. The road distance is 142.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Looe to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Looe to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Looe to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Looe to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Looe to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Looe to Bournemouth is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Looe to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Looe to Bournemouth - 3 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liskeard to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 47m
£133–243
Drive 142 mi
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1. Drive from Looe to Bournemouthcar 142 mi
2h 52m
£35–51
Line 10 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Railway Stationbus 10
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
7h 42m
£51–109

Looe to Bournemouth by bus and train

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6h 47mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.2 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Bridge to Bournemouth via Railway Station, Liskeard, and Reading in around 6h 47m.

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