London to Looe train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Looe

Showing times and prices for Dec 17

Cheapest price

$91

Average price

$112

Fastest journey

4 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 43 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

329 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Looe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Looe will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave London for Looe on Wed, Dec 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 329 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .

On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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.

Great Western Rail
11:03AM4h45
London
03:48PMLooe
$911One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
11:05AM4h43
London
03:48PMLooe
$1221One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
10:03AM4h40
London
02:43PMLooe
$1241One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Looe

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Looe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €27.

Distance: 204 miles (329 km)

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Flight

€93

Average price

€23

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Cheapest

€109

Average price

4h 42m

Average total duration

4h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 43m

Average total duration

6h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London to Looe train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Looe trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:45 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western10:03 AM London
4h40
2:43 PM Looe0 transfersDirect
great_western11:03 AM London
4h45
3:48 PM Looe0 transfersDirect
great_western11:05 AM London
4h43
3:48 PM Looe0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Looe

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Trains from London to Looe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 4h 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)
Distance
204 miles (329 km)
Average train duration
4h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$81 (€65)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 22m
First train
06:00
Last train
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Looe trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Looe from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 17m
Cheapest Price
$81 (€65)
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from London to Looe

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

FAQs
A visit to Looe typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its charming harbor, sandy beaches, local shops, and nearby attractions such as the South West Coast Path and the Monkey Sanctuary.
Train ticket prices from London to Looe can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $81 (€65), while the average price is around $117 (€93).
The distance by train from London to Looe is 204 miles (329 km).
The cheapest way to get from London to Looe is by bus, with a cost of around $13 (€10).
The train station in London that goes to Looe is London Paddington (PAD), which connects to Looe station (LOO).
The first train from London to Looe leaves at 6:00 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Looe.
A day trip from London to Looe is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 22m one way. Trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 204 miles (329 km).
There is no high speed train available from London to Looe.
Yes, the train journey from London to Looe is considered scenic, offering views of the English countryside, charming villages, and coastal landscapes, particularly as the train approaches the Cornwall region.
The train from London to Looe takes 4h 22m and runs 5 per day.
The last train from London to Looe leaves at 11:50 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from London to Looe.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Looe.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Looe

London
Looe
The major train station for departures in London is London Paddington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Paddington for your trip from London to Looe.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24/7
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Wasabi
  • The Beer House
  • Barburrito
  • Upper Crust
  • The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Burger King
  • Pret a Manger
  • The Savanna
  • Soboro Bakery
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
  • Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Paddington
  • Mercure London Paddington Hotel
  • The Pilgrm
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • 24/7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near Platform 1.
Public transit options for London Paddington
  • Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
  • Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
  • Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
  • Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
23 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
  • Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
  • Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
25 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

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