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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Looe is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Looe station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Fire Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Looe. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Liskeard via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Looe?

The distance between Portsmouth and Looe is 229 miles. The road distance is 187.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Looe without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Portsmouth to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Looe bus from?

Portsmouth to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Looe train from?

Portsmouth to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Looe?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Looe is to train which takes 7h and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Looe bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Looe train arrive?

Portsmouth to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Looe is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Portsmouth to Looe.

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

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Where can I stay near Looe?

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There are 5 ways to get from Portsmouth to Looe by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h
£93–174
Drive 186.5 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Looecar 186.5 mi
3h 34m
£47–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Officebus 805
9h 9m
£48–84
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h 36m
£83–165
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bath Spatrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
9h 14m
£50–84

Portsmouth to Looe by train and bus

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Distance: 228 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bridge via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Fire Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, Post Office, and Liskeard Bus Interchange in around 9h 9m.

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