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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Looe is to bus which costs £9 - £12 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Looe is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Looe. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bridge via Church and Duchy College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Looe?

The distance between Barnstaple and Looe is 117 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Looe without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Barnstaple to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Looe bus from?

Barnstaple to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Looe?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Looe is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £12 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Looe bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Church station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Looe is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Barnstaple to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2228+ hotels available in Looe.

Barnstaple to Looe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple to Looe by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 39m
£49–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Churchbus 85
2. Take the bus from Church to Duchy Collegebus Dc3
3. Take the bus from Duchy College to Bridgebus Dc5
5h 15m
£9–12
Drive 65.1 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Looecar 65.1 mi
1h 41m
£17–24

Barnstaple to Looe by train and bus

80Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Looe.

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Distance: 115.8 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Bridge via Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bridge via Church and Duchy College in around 5h 15m.

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