The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
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 $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 3 trains that leave Brighton for Loughborough on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.






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 €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€79 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:26 AM Brighton | 3h08 | 7:34 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Loughborough
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:41 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Brighton to Loughborough start from as low as $41 (€33) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $96 (€79) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Brighton to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Loughborough from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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