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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Looe is to bus and line 10 bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at Fire Station via Kings Statue, Bus Station, The Elms, Bampfylde Street and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Looe. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Liskeard via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Portland to Looe?

The distance between Portland and Looe is 180 miles. The road distance is 120 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Looe without a car is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Portland to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Looe bus from?

Portland to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from The Elms station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Looe train from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Looe?

The best way to get from Portland to Looe is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Portland to Looe bus arrive?

Portland to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sidwell Street station.

Where does the Portland to Looe train arrive?

Portland to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Portland to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Looe is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Portland to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

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Portland to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h 36m
£77–146
Bus, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Elms to Sidwell Streetbus X30
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Stationbus 10
10h 35m
£12–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h 40m
Drive 119.3 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Looecar 119.3 mi
2h 28m
£30–42

Portland to Looe by bus, foot, and train

59Weekly Services

7h 36mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.9 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Looe, England?

You can take a bus from Mereside to Bridge via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mereside to Fire Station via Kings Statue, Bus Station, The Elms, Sidwell Street, Bampfylde Street, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 35m.

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