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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Looe is to bus and line 10 bus via Bristol which costs £12 - £35 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Fire Station via Pilgrim Primary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Looe?

The distance between Cardiff and Looe is 191 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Looe without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 7m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Cardiff to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Looe bus from?

Cardiff to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Looe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Looe is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 7m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Looe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Looe is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cardiff to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2068+ hotels available in Looe.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to PlymouthEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 7m
£44–121
Bus, line 10 bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach StationFal
3. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Fire Station10
7h 30m
£13–32
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Fire Station10
5h 55m
£29–49
Drive 167.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Looe167.7 mi
2h 59m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LiskeardCardiff Central - Truro / ...
5h 20m
£98–177

Cardiff to Looe by train and bus

136Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.1 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Looe, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bridge via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Fire Station via Plymouth Coach Station and Pilgrim Primary in around 5h 55m.

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