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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Looe is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Fire Station via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Marsh Mills Superstore and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Reading to Looe?

The distance between Reading and Looe is 215 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Looe without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Reading to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Looe bus from?

Reading to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Train or bus from Reading to Looe?

The best way to get from Reading to Looe is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Reading to Looe bus arrive?

Reading to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marsh Mills Superstore station.

Can I drive from Reading to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Looe is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Reading to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2050+ hotels available in Looe.

Reading to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to LiskeardLondon Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 30m
£110–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Plymouth Coach StationUk049 / ...
8h 29m
£19–44
Bus, line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Marsh Mills Superstore504
2. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Station10
8h 12m
£33–47
Drive 195.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Looe195.3 mi
3h 42m
£48–69

Reading to Looe by train and bus

76Weekly Services

6h 30mAverage Duration

£110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Liskeard every 2 hours. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Fire Station via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Marsh Mills Superstore, and Royal Parade in around 8h 12m.

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