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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Looe is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £9 - £10 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Looe is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Bideford Quay and arriving at Fire Station via West Street, Westgate Street and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Bideford to Looe?

The distance between Bideford and Looe is 126 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Looe without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Bideford to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Looe bus from?

Bideford to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bideford Quay station.

Train or bus from Bideford to Looe?

The best way to get from Bideford to Looe is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £9 - £10 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Bideford to Looe bus arrive?

Bideford to Looe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Waitrose station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Looe is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Bideford to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Looe.

Bideford to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bideford 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 / ...
5h 6m
£24–37
Bus, line 78 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Waitrosebus 317
2. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Post Officebus 78 / ...
5h 21m
£9–10
Drive 55.9 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Looecar 55.9 mi
1h 26m
£14–20
Bus, line 1 bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Waitrosebus 317
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mayflower Streetbus 1
3. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Fire Stationbus 10
5h 48m
£9–14

Bideford to Looe by bus, foot, and train

116Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bideford to Looe.

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Bridge via High Wall, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Fire Station via Waitrose, West Street, Westgate Street, and Post Office in around 5h 21m.

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