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Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 104 km
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2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:57 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 3:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h10 | 5:51 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h08 | 7:51 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 2h 8m.
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 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 06:43 |
Last train 17:43 |
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: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Loughborough station (LBO) from €23. 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
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
€19
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
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
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
€45
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
€52
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€144
Avanti West Coast frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
€57
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
€52
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) 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 station (LBO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) can start from as little as €32 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) is €69; 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) is 2 h 2 min to travel the 103 km long journey, with around there are 5 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) leaves at 04: 46. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) leaves at 16: 48.
There are 5 trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Loughborough station (LBO). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO).
Take the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) train with East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Loughborough station (LBO) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Loughborough station (LBO) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 2 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO) is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Loughborough station (LBO) including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Manchester
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
The major train station for arrivals in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your journey to Loughborough from Manchester.
Loughborough
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transit options for Loughborough
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
Most popular train connections from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most popular trains to and from Loughborough station (LBO) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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