What is the cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe?

The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe is to bus which costs £55 - £90 and takes 13h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe?

The fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 57m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Clacton-on-Sea and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe. However, there are services departing from Pier Avenue and arriving at Bridge via Osborne Street, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

How far is it from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe?

The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Looe is 325 miles. The road distance is 304.5 miles.

How do I travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe without a car?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe without a car is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs £95 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Looe bus from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs £95 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Looe bus arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Clacton-on-Sea to Looe is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2087+ hotels available in Looe.

Clacton-on-Sea to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to LiskeardLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
7h 39m
£98–266
Train via Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeard
9h 40m
£53–217
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Post Office406 / ...
13h 16m
£57–87
Drive 302.7 mi
1. Drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Looe302.7 mi
5h 57m
£75–108
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeard
10h 42m
£139–423

Clacton-on-Sea to Looe by train and bus

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7h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.2 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Clacton-on-Sea, England and Looe, England?

You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Bridge via Stratford, London Paddington, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pier Avenue to Bridge via Osborne Street, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Post Office in around 13h 16m.

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