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 £55 - £95 and takes 11h 37m.

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 43m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Looe. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Bridge via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.

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 Looe via Stratford, London Paddington, Totnes and Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Colchester to Looe?

The distance between Colchester and Looe is 306 miles. The road distance is 289.6 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 via Totnes which takes 7h 52m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m 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 via Totnes which takes 7h 52m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 11h 37m.

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 43m to drive from Colchester to Looe.

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

Book your Colchester to Looe train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2269+ hotels available in Looe.

Colchester to Looe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromColchester to Looe

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Colchester 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 via Totnes
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain
3. Take the train from Totnes to Liskeardtrain
7h 52m
£128–233
Bus, fly, line 482 bus
cheapest
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 Bodmin General Station to The Squarebus
7h 33m
£49–298
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
£70–113
Drive 287.9 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Looecar 287.9 mi
5h 43m
£73–105
Train
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 / ...
10h
£132–231
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Officebus 805
11h 37m
£57–93

Colchester to Looe by train

86Weekly Trains

7h 52mAverage Duration

£128Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Colchester to Looe.

Launch map view

Distance: 303.8 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Looe via Stratford, London Paddington, Totnes, and Liskeard in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Bridge via Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Post Office, and Liskeard Bus Interchange in around 11h 37m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.