Plymouth to Looe train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Looe

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

22 km

Cheap tickets

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Plymouth to Looe will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Looe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.

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18:141h05
Plymouth
19:19Looe
£91One-way
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Compare train and coach 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 £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. 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

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Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Plymouth to Looe.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Looe.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to Looe.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Looe.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Looe

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Trains from Plymouth to Looe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 1h 5m.

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
Distance
22 km
Average train duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
05:33
Last train
21:55
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

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Plymouth to Looe trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Looe from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£9
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
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
£34
first_great_western frequency
8 a day

Trains from Plymouth to Looe

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.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Plymouth to Looe?

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.

FAQs: Plymouth to Looe train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Looe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Plymouth to Looe covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to Looe is 22 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Looe leaves at 5:33.
The last train from Plymouth to Looe departs at 21:55.
Trains from Plymouth to Looe run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Looe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Looe.
To get from Plymouth to Looe, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Looe.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Looe is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Looe station (LOO).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Looe is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Looe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Plymouth to Looe is considered scenic, taking passengers through picturesque countryside, charming villages, and offering coastal views as the track winds through the Cornish landscape.
Yes, a day trip from Plymouth to Looe is feasible with a travel time of 1h 5m and a distance of 22 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
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 Plymouth to Looe.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Looe

Plymouth
Looe
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Looe.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Devonport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
St Budeaux Ferry RoadParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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