- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Looe to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Looe to London will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
It's difficult to get from Looe to London without transferring at least once.
C48289 · G14914
C48285 · C48443 · G14930
C48287 · W34598
C48283 · W34593
C48279 · W34583
C48287 · W34598
C48285 · C48443 · G14930
C48283 · W34593
C48281 · G15207 · W34589
C48279 · W34583Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Looe to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Looe to London:
A bus is $78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Looe to London costing on average $103.
A bus is $96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Looe to London costing on average $121.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 18m.
Bus takes on average 6h 29m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (4h 18m by train vs 4h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $103 compared to roughly $87 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Looe to London trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C48953 · C01240 | On time 2:33 PM Looe station (LOO) | 4h52 | 7:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48953 · C01240 | On time 2:38 PM Sandplace station (SDP) | 4h47 | 7:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48953 · C01240 | Delayed 1:43 PM 2:41 PMCauseland station (CAU) | 4h44 | 7:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48952 · C00057 | On time 3:43 PM Looe station (LOO) | 4h42 | 8:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48952 · C00057 | On time 3:48 PM Sandplace station (SDP) | 4h37 | 8:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48952 · C00057 | Delayed 2:53 PM 3:51 PMCauseland station (CAU) | 4h34 | 8:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48951 · C00844 | On time 5:04 PM Looe station (LOO) | 4h21 | 9:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48951 · C00844 | On time 5:09 PM Sandplace station (SDP) | 4h16 | 9:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48951 · C00844 | Delayed 4:14 PM 5:12 PMCauseland station (CAU) | 4h13 | 9:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C33297 · C33006 | On time 6:45 PM Looe station (LOO) | 4h49 | 11:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C33297 · C33006 | On time 6:50 PM Sandplace station (SDP) | 4h44 | 11:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C33297 · C33006 | Delayed 5:55 PM 6:53 PMCauseland station (CAU) | 4h41 | 11:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Looe to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 but you can travel from only $16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Looe to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Looe to London trains use the Looe to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Victoria. Use this guide to compare Looe and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Looe.
Wi-Fi is available at Looe.
Ticket office support is available at Looe.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Looe: Parking.
Available at Looe: Bike Parking.
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.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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 options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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.
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