Bristol to Looe train with Great Western Railway

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  • CrossCountry
    8:453h42
    Bristol
    12:27Looe
    £291One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountry
    9:454h09
    Bristol
    13:54Looe
    £481One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Bristol to Looe

The cheapest option from Bristol to Looe is coach, with an average price of £11. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Looe among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 178 km

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£38

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£11

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Cheapest option

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest option

3h 17m

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30m

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4h 1m

Average total duration

3h 31m

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Live departures

Bristol to Looe train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Looe trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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CrossCountry9:45 Bristol
3h42
13:27 Looe0 changesdirect
CrossCountry13:45 Bristol
4h09
17:54 Looe0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Looe

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Bristol to Looe, including direct trains, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 3h 12m.

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
Coach from £6
Distance
178 km
Average train duration
3h 17m
Lowest ticket price
£25
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 12m
First train
6:30
Last train
19:30
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
1 day
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
Coach from £6

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Looe trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Looe from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£25
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
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FAQs: Bristol to Looe train

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.

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol to Looe is 178 km.
The first train from Bristol to Looe leaves at 6:30.
The last train from Bristol to Looe departs at 19:30.
Trains from Bristol to Looe run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Looe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Looe.
To get from Bristol to Looe, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Looe.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Looe is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Looe station (LOO).
Booking trains from Bristol to Looe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Looe offers picturesque views, especially as it passes through the rolling hills of the West Country and along the scenic Tamar Valley Line, known for its charming countryside and coastal vistas.
To fully experience Looe, 2 to 3 days are ideal, allowing time to explore its charming harbour, enjoy the beaches, and visit local attractions like Looe Island and the Old Guildhall Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Looe.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and 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.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Looe
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

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.

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

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.

Parson StreetParson Street station, Parson Street, Bedminster, Bristol, City of, BS3 5PUParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre

Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBristol Temple Meads - Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central - Taunton, Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads - Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads - Taunton, Gloucester - Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central - Plymouth, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Cardiff Central - Penzance, Bristol Parkway - Weston-super-Mare, Bristol Temple Meads - Penzance · 9m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus75 · 15m · £4 · every ~27 min

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.

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