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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Looe is to bus which costs £60 - £160 and takes 12h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Looe. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Bridge via Bus Station, London Victoria and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Looe?

The distance between Folkestone and Looe is 324 miles. The road distance is 297.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Looe without a car is to train via London which takes 9h 56m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 9h 56m to get from Folkestone to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Looe bus from?

Folkestone to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Looe?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Looe is to train via London which takes 9h 56m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 12h 54m.

Where does the Folkestone to Looe bus arrive?

Folkestone to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Looe is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Folkestone to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2231+ hotels available in Looe.

Folkestone to Looe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Looe by train, bus, or car

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 London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 56m
£139–277
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Post Officebus 406 / ...
12h 54m
£62–151
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
10h 50m
£72–150
Drive 295.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Looecar 295.5 mi
5h 6m
£74–106
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Liskeardtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 53m
£139–278

Folkestone to Looe by train, subway, and bus

80Weekly Services

9h 56mAverage Duration

£139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.9 mi
Duration: 9h 56m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bridge via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 9h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bridge via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Post Office in around 12h 54m.

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