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Farncombe to Looe by train

First train

08:13

Last train

10:39

Departure station

Farncombe

Arrival station

Looe

Journey time

From 6h 3m

Distance

178 miles (286 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Taking the train from Farncombe to Looe in 6 hours 3 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Farncombe to Looe? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 23 minutes to travel the 178 miles (286 km) from Farncombe to Looe by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to Looe. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Farncombe to Looe in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Looe by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Farncombe to Looe

Want to know more about your journey from Farncombe to Looe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Farncombe and Looe by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Farncombe to Looe is 6 hours and 3 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Farncombe to Looe?

No, there are no direct train services from Farncombe to Looe. Travelling from Farncombe to Looe by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

How close is Farncombe to Looe by train?

Farncombe and Looe are around 178 miles (286 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 6 hours and 3 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Farncombe to Looe?

To travel from Farncombe to Looe, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 6 hours and 23 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 6 hours and 3 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Farncombe to Looe

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Farncombe to Looe is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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