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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.
Take a train from Northampton to Looe and enjoy the approximately 325 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 15:45.
Distance 325 km |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Trains per day 7 |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 15:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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 Northampton 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 Northampton to Looe trains use the Northampton to Looe station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Looe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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