Leicester to Loughborough train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Loughborough

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Nov
Cheapest price on 15 Nov
€11
Average ticket price on 15 Nov
€11
Fastest journey on 15 Nov
9 m
Average journey duration on 15 Nov
9 m
Trains on 15 Nov
11
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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Loughborough will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €11.

Fast trains

On Sun, 15 Nov, we found 11 trains from Leicester to Loughborough, including 11 direct services.

These 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 .

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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Loughborough

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Trains from Leicester to Loughborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €6 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 10m.

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
Coach from €6
Distance
15 km
Average train duration
20m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
10m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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
Coach from €6

Live departures

Leicester to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Loughborough trains for today, Saturday, 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21558
Delayed
6:20 PM 6:18 PMLeicester station (LEI)
0h09
6:29 PM 6:29 PMLoughborough station (LBO)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW71006
Delayed
6:40 PM 6:36 PMLeicester station (LEI)
0h09
6:48 PM 6:48 PMLoughborough station (LBO)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC59810
On time
6:43 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h22
7:05 PM Loughborough station (LBO)
0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21559
On time
7:18 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
7:27 PM Loughborough station (LBO)
0 changesdirect
Sunday, 15 November
East Midlands RailwayC2181610:15 AM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
10:24 AM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2113910:25 AM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
10:34 AM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC0419110:54 AM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
11:03 AM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW7092711:29 AM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
11:38 AM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2113811:55 AM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
12:04 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2156012:27 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
12:36 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW709471:13 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
1:22 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW709241:56 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
2:05 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW709522:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
2:20 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayW709303:02 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
3:11 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC217773:11 PM Leicester station (LEI)
0h09
3:20 PM Loughborough station (LBO)0 changesdirect

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East Midlands Railway operates all trains services from Leicester to Loughborough.
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester and Loughborough from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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 East Midlands Railway Duration
10m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€10
East Midlands Railway 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leicester and Loughborough

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Leicester to Loughborough, you can count on East Midlands Railway 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.

FAQs: Leicester to Loughborough train

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 €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Loughborough is €10; 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 10m 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 11:55 pm.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Leicester to Loughborough with East Midlands Railway. 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 Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 10m
A day trip to Loughborough from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Loughborough including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Loughborough

Most Leicester to Loughborough trains use the Leicester to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Loughborough

Which Leicester station do trains to Loughborough leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Loughborough leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · €2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · €2 · every ~14 min

Leicester train station facilities and services

Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leicester.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.

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