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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Looe is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Looe is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Poole to Looe?

The distance between Poole and Looe is 171 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Looe without a car is to train and bus and line 73 bus which takes 7h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Poole to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Looe bus from?

Poole to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Looe?

The best way to get from Poole to Looe is to bus which takes 10h 8m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £220 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Poole to Looe bus arrive?

Poole to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Looe is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Poole to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2126+ hotels available in Looe.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole 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, bus, line 73 bus
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X51 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
6. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Fire Stationbus 73 / ...
7h 41m
Drive 136.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Looecar 136.8 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Post Officebus 406 / ...
10h 8m
£51–75
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
7h 45m
£100–220

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Fire Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Post Office in around 10h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poole to Bridge via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 7h 45m.

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