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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Looe is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Fire Station via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Looe. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Liskeard via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

How far is it from Colchester to Looe?

The distance between Colchester and Looe is 307 miles. The road distance is 290.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Looe without a car is to train which takes 9h 24m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from Colchester to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Looe bus from?

Colchester to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Looe train from?

Colchester to Looe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Looe?

The best way to get from Colchester to Looe is to train which takes 9h 24m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 11h 51m.

Where does the Colchester to Looe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Looe train arrive?

Colchester to Looe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Looe is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Colchester to Looe.

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

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Colchester to Looe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Colchester to Looe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 24m
£132–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
11h 51m
£46–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
10h 39m
£68–113
Drive 288.5 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Looecar 288.5 mi
5h 46m
£71–103
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
9h 4m
£157–342
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane STN - NQY
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Bridgebus
7h 19m
£62–234
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Bridgebus
9h 52m
£172–466

Colchester to Looe by train and bus

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Distance: 305.4 mi
Duration: 9h 24m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Bridge via Stratford, London Paddington, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 9h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Fire Station via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 11h 51m.

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