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 which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

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 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

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 Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Looe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Liskeard via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

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 16m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m 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.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Looe train from?

Cardiff to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central 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 16m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Looe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Looe train arrive?

Cardiff to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Looe is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cardiff to Looe.

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

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Cardiff to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Looe by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 16m
£73–140
Bus, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Stationbus 10
6h 27m
£27–43
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Looecar 167.8 mi
3h 2m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Liskeardtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
5h 23m
£80–140

Cardiff to Looe by train and bus

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5h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Fire Station via Plymouth Coach Station and Royal Parade in around 6h 27m.

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