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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Looe is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Looe. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Liskeard via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Poole to Looe?

The distance between Poole and Looe is 199 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Looe without a car is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Poole to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Looe train from?

Poole to Looe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Where does the Poole to Looe train arrive?

Poole to Looe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Looe is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Poole to Looe.

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

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Where can I stay near Looe?

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Poole to Looe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and line 73 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h 40m
£86–173
Drive 136.9 mi
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1. Drive from Poole to Looecar 136.9 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Train, bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
6. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Fire Stationbus 73 / ...
7h 59m

Poole to Looe by train and bus

58Weekly Services

7h 40mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 7h 40m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Bridge via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 40m.

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