The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Looe
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Looe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Looe will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Looe on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
10:14 AM1h16Plymouth11:30 AMLooe$131One-way0 transfers
10:14 AM1h16Plymouth11:30 AMLooe$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Plymouth to Looe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Looe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plymouth to Looe:
A train is $0.20 (€0.16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plymouth to Looe costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Looe take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 8m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€10) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.03 (€-4.05). The journey takes 55m versus 48m 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
Plymouth to Looe train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Looe trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:14 AM Plymouth | 1h16 | 11:30 AM Looe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Looe
Trains from Plymouth to Looe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth to Looe trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth and Looe from $13 (€10). 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 Plymouth to Looe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Looe
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access, however both platforms can only be accessed via steep ramps with limited handrails for support. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed Monday - Friday Closed Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services stop at the front of the station.
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