The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Loughborough will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Loughborough without transferring at least once.
8:28 AM3h10Brighton11:38 AMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
8:58 AM3h06Brighton12:04 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
9:28 AM3h07Brighton12:35 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
10:28 AM2h53Brighton1:21 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
10:58 AM3h07Brighton2:05 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
6:28 PM2h47Brighton9:15 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
6:58 PM2h47Brighton9:45 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
3:58 PM2h48Brighton6:46 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
4:58 PM2h48Brighton7:46 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
5:58 PM2h48Brighton8:46 PMLoughborough$1331One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Loughborough:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Loughborough costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 56m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 42m by train vs 3h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€63) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brighton to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 AM Brighton | 3h10 | 11:38 AM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:58 AM Brighton | 3h06 | 12:04 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:28 AM Brighton | 3h07 | 12:35 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Brighton | 2h53 | 1:21 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:58 AM Brighton | 3h07 | 2:05 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:28 AM Brighton | 2h51 | 2:19 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:58 AM Brighton | 3h12 | 3:10 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:28 PM Brighton | 2h52 | 3:20 PM Loughborough | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Loughborough.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Loughborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Loughborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Loughborough
Trains from Brighton to Loughborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from Brighton to Loughborough trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Brighton and Loughborough from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Loughborough
Most Brighton to Loughborough trains use the Brighton to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Loughborough leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough train station facilities and services
Loughborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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