The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Looe
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Looe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Looe will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Looe on Tue, Aug 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 11 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest buses will take 3 h 54 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.
7:25 PM3h30Bristol10:55 PMLooe€121One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM3h54Bristol4:39 PMLooe€391One-way0 transfers
7:25 PM3h30Bristol10:55 PMLooe€121One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM3h54Bristol4:39 PMLooe€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Looe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Looe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 178 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Looe
Buses from Bristol to Looe run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 178 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Looe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Looe by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Looe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Bristol to Looe
Most Bristol to Looe buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Plymouth, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Looe bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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