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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Looe is to train and bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Looe. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Liskeard via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Southampton to Looe?

The distance between Southampton and Looe is 205 miles. The road distance is 166.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Looe without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 6h 42m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Southampton to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Looe bus from?

Southampton to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Looe train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Looe?

The best way to get from Southampton to Looe is to train via Westbury which takes 6h 42m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 57m.

Where does the Southampton to Looe bus arrive?

Southampton to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Looe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Looe is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Southampton to Looe.

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

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Southampton to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central 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 42m
£90–168
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bath Spatrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
9h 10m
£40–69
Drive 165.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Looecar 165.7 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 55m
£78–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
10h 57m
£56–135

Southampton to Looe by train and bus

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Bridge via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 57m.

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