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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.
W34782 · C48176
Y41595 · C48178
W34791 · C48180
G14977 · C48174
Y41600 · C48182
W34782 · C48176
Y41568 · C48170
Y41595 · C48178
W34791 · C48180
G66472+
C48172Omio 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 £9. 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 £9, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 22 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Looe trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y41568 · C48170 | 7:42 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h07 | 8:49 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
G66472+ C48172 | 8:47 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h20 | 10:07 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
G14977 · C48174 | 9:46 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h30 | 11:16 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
W34782 · C48176 | 11:20 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h04 | 12:24 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
G15169 · C48178 | 11:42 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h45 | 13:27 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
Y41595 · C48178 | 12:19 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h08 | 13:27 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
W34791 · C48180 | 13:12 Plymouth station (PLY) | 1h19 | 14:31 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
Y41600 · C48182 | 13:39 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2h04 | 15:43 Looe station (LOO) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Plymouth to Looe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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.
Great Western Railway runs trains from Plymouth to Looe with a journey time of between one and one and a half hours. The route involves a change at Liskeard. The first service of the day departs at around 6:30 a.m. with trains leaving approximately every hour until just before 7:00 p.m. There are fewer trains on Sundays.
Departure Station: Trains from Plymouth to Looe depart from Plymouth Station, a short bus or taxi journey from the town centre. Several local bus routes covering the city and surrounding areas depart from the station which has a car park and bicycle storage facilities.
Arrival Station: Trains from Plymouth to Looe arrive at Looe Station which is within easy walking distance of the town centre. The station has a limited number of bicycle stands and car parking spaces and is served by local bus routes. Please note that Looe Station does not have a taxi rank and is only manned during the peak holiday months of July and August.
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.

Most Plymouth to Looe trains use the Plymouth to Looe station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Looe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: 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.
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: 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.
St Budeaux Ferry Road is 4 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
St Budeaux Ferry Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at St Budeaux Ferry Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Parking.
Available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Budeaux Ferry Road: 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.
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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