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Old Guildhall Museum and Gaol
Local museum on Fore Street covering fishing, smuggling and community life. A compact introduction to Looe’s past in the heart of town.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
6
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Looe will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Bristol to Looe you need to make at least one change.
G01133+
Y41595 · C48178
W29868+
C48184
G01140+
G15171 · C48182
G01135+
C48180 · W34791
Y41669 · W34814 · C48188
W29868+
C48184
G01131+
W34782 · C48176
G01133+
Y41595 · C48178
G01135+
C48180 · W34791
G01140+
G15171 · C48182The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Looe trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y41662 · C00796 · C48961 | On time 11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h41 | 15:41 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
G01142+ C00796 · C48961 | On time 11:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h44 | 15:41 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
Y41665 · C01221 · C48962 | On time 12:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h54 | 16:55 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
G01145+ C01221 · C48962 | On time 12:51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h04 | 16:55 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
Y41671 · W34816 · C33296 | On time 13:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h28 | 18:24 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
G01131+ W34782 · C48176 | 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h39 | 12:24 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
G01133+ Y41595 · C48178 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h42 | 13:27 Looe station (LOO) | 2 changes | |
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Take a train from Bristol to Looe and enjoy the approximately 178 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 19:30 |
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Discover the best of Looe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Looe trip today.
Local museum on Fore Street covering fishing, smuggling and community life. A compact introduction to Looe’s past in the heart of town.
Independent gallery showing contemporary Cornish art and craft near the harbour. A good stop for local creative work in a central setting.
Artist studio and gallery space in Looe featuring coastal-inspired work. Worth a short visit for a contemporary local art perspective.
Looe’s main sandy beach, popular for paddling, views and easy access from town. A classic seaside stop for first-time visitors.
The historic main street of East Looe, lined with old buildings and independent shops. Ideal for a stroll between the harbour and beach.
A broad sandy bay west of town with cliff scenery and a quieter feel than central Looe. Popular for walks, swimming and sunsets.
Fresh pilchards landed in Cornish ports, often grilled or baked. They are a long-standing local catch and a classic taste of Cornwall’s fishing heritage.
A baked pastry filled traditionally with beef, potato, swede and onion. It is Cornwall’s best-known handheld meal, long linked with miners and workers.
Crab caught off the Cornish coast, usually served simply in sandwiches or salads. It is prized for sweet meat and strong links to local fishing communities.
Well-known waterside fish restaurant serving local catch, shellfish and classic Cornish dishes in a friendly, traditional atmosphere.
Harbourside seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish and shellfish in a relaxed setting overlooking the water.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, best for fresh fish, crab and simple Cornish lunches with harbour views.
Looe is moderate for a UK seaside town. Summer stays cost more, but pubs, cafés and local buses are generally manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and for taxis. No tip is expected for counter service.
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.

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.
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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
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.
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