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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Looe is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Looe is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Fire Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Looe. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Liskeard via Birmingham New Street and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Looe?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Looe is 286 miles. The road distance is 236.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Looe without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Shrewsbury to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Looe bus from?

Shrewsbury to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Looe train from?

Shrewsbury to Looe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Looe?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Looe is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Looe bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Looe train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Looe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Looe is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Shrewsbury to Looe.

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

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Where can I stay near Looe?

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Shrewsbury to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 13m
£118–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
10h 55m
£36–66
Train, bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
4. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Stationbus 10
9h 34m
£50–80
Drive 234.9 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Looecar 234.9 mi
4h 36m
£59–85
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Liskeardtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
8h 24m
£114–200

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Distance: 284 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Bridge via Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Fire Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 55m.

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