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Manchester Piccadilly to Looe by train
| First train | 04:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:04 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Looe | |
| Journey time | From 6h 25m | |
| Distance | 235 miles (379 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Looe in 6 hours 25 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Looe? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 10 hours 24 minutes to travel the 235 miles (379 km) from Manchester Piccadilly to Looe by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales 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 Manchester Piccadilly 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.
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