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 Central Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

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 6h 58m.

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 6h 58m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m 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 6h 58m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 27m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Looe bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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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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
6h 58m
£96–188
Drive 186.5 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Looecar 186.5 mi
3h 34m
£46–66
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 2m
£51–88
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 18m
£90–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
10h 27m
£56–134

Portsmouth to Looe by train and bus

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 27m.

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