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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Looe is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Fire Station via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Looe. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Liskeard via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Dorset to Looe?

The distance between Dorset and Looe is 143 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Looe without a car is to bus and train and line 73 bus which takes 7h 34m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Dorset to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Looe bus from?

Dorset to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Looe train from?

Dorset to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Looe?

The best way to get from Dorset to Looe is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Dorset to Looe bus arrive?

Dorset to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Looe train arrive?

Dorset to Looe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Looe is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Dorset to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2255+ hotels available in Looe.

Dorset to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 73 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train, line 73 bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
5. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Fire Stationbus 73 / ...
7h 34m
£47–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Post Officebus G5
9h 23m
£28–49
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h 48m
£69–132
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Looecar 119 mi
2h 24m
£30–43

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Distance: 142.3 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Blue Vinny to Bridge via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Fire Station via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Post Office, and Liskeard Bus Interchange in around 9h 23m.

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