How much does a train ticket cost from London to Loughborough?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Loughborough start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Loughborough?

The average train journey time from London to Loughborough is 18m, covering a distance of 5 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8m and is operated by ThamesLink .

Which train operators serve the London to Loughborough route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 35 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink , East Midlands Railway , Southeastern .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Loughborough?

The earliest train from London to Loughborough departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:35.

Which is the best train operator from London to Loughborough?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Southeastern , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Loughborough?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southeastern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Loughborough?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southeastern , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Loughborough?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southeastern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train London to Loughborough from £6

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	CheapestFastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 25m	08:30	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 25m	08:30	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:36	London Blackfriars	9m	07:45	Loughborough Junction	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:38	London Blackfriars	8m	09:46	Loughborough Junction	CheapestFastest
Train	09:30	St Pancras International	1h 33m	11:03	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	09:51	London Blackfriars	9m	10:00	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	09:30	St Pancras International	1h 33m	11:03	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	10:06	London Blackfriars	9m	10:15	Loughborough Junction	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Cheapest
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Fastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Cheapest
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Fastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	CheapestFastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Cheapest
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Fastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Cheapest
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	Fastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 29m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Loughborough on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	London Blackfriars	9m	07:15	Loughborough Junction	CheapestFastest
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 25m	08:30	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:21	London Blackfriars	9m	07:30	Loughborough Junction	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	1h 25m	08:30	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:36	London Blackfriars	9m	07:45	Loughborough Junction	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Loughborough

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

99 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £52	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £176	Average duration18m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£9 - £25	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Loughborough by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from London to Loughborough?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Loughborough start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Loughborough?
The average train journey time from London to Loughborough is 18m, covering a distance of 5 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8m and is operated by ThamesLink.
Which train operators serve the London to Loughborough route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 35 trains available per day, including services from ThamesLink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Loughborough?
The earliest train from London to Loughborough departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:35.
Which is the best train operator from London to Loughborough?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Southeastern, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Loughborough?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Southeastern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Loughborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Southeastern, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Loughborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Southeastern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£6

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£6

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The cheapest trip from London to Loughborough was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Loughborough as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £169 for a train ticket from London to Loughborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually East Midlands Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Loughborough?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 40m	Avg price£17	Daily departures68
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time18m	Avg price£6	Daily departures35
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 10m	Avg price£16	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between London and Loughborough is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £6 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £6. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Loughborough, choose the train, as it will take you from London to Loughborough in about 18m – that's the fastest way to get there!