The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Looe
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Looe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Looe will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol for Looe on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 4 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:45 AM3h42Bristol12:27 PMLooe$401One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM4h09Bristol1:54 PMLooe$651One-way0 transfers
8:45 AM3h42Bristol12:27 PMLooe$401One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM4h09Bristol1:54 PMLooe$651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Looe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Looe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Looe:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Looe costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Looe take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.82 (€-1.50). The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol to Looe train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Looe trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 AM Bristol | 3h42 | 1:27 PM Looe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Bristol | 4h09 | 5:54 PM Looe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Looe
Trains from Bristol to Looe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Looe trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Looe from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Looe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Looe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Looe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Looe
Most Bristol to Looe trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Looe station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Looe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street train station facilities and services
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
Which Looe station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Looe from Looe city centre
Looe train station facilities and services
Looe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Looe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Looe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Looe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Looe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Looe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Looe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The public phone box is not accessible at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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