Leicester to Loughborough train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for Mar 10

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

9 m

Average duration

9 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

15 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Loughborough will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Leicester for Loughborough on Tue, Mar 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Mar 10 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .

On Tue, Mar 10 the slowest trains will take 9 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.

East Midlands Trains
06:23PM0h10
Leicester
06:33PMLoughborough
61One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
09:25PM0h09
Leicester
09:34PMLoughborough
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
02:04AM0h13
Leicester
02:17AMLoughborough
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
09:40AM0h09
Leicester
09:49AMLoughborough
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
09:20AM0h09
Leicester
09:29AMLoughborough
101One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leicester to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €5.

Distance: 15 km

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Bus

€9

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

40m

Average total duration

Fastest

10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 2m

Average total duration

32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leicester to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:12 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway2:04 AM Leicester
0h13
2:17 AM Loughborough0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway6:30 AM Leicester
0h22
6:52 AM Loughborough0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:40 AM Leicester
0h09
9:49 AM Loughborough0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Leicester to Loughborough trains with Omio?

East Midlands Trains as well as east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Leicester to Loughborough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Loughborough.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Loughborough.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Trains with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leicester to Loughborough.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

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

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Loughborough

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Trains from Leicester to Loughborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 9m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
15 km
Average train duration
10m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
9m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:58
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Loughborough from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
€5
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
€15
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Loughborough

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Loughborough 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 Loughborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Loughborough can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Loughborough is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leicester to Loughborough is 9m to travel the 15 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leicester to Loughborough leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Leicester to Loughborough leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Leicester to Loughborough with east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Leicester to Loughborough. You can choose between East Midlands Trains. East Midlands Trains trains take around 9m
When taking a train from Leicester to Loughborough, you can count on East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Loughborough. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leicester and Loughborough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Loughborough from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leicester to Loughborough is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Loughborough including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leicester to Loughborough

Leicester
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Loughborough.
LeicesterWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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