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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Loughborough will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Derby for Loughborough on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
6:26 PM0h19Derby6:45 PMLoughborough$31One-way0 transfers- 5:02 PM0h27Derby5:29 PMLoughborough$61One-way0 transfers
- 6:57 AM0h19Derby7:16 AMLoughborough$61One-way0 transfers
- 7:57 AM0h19Derby8:16 AMLoughborough$141One-way0 transfers
- 7:57 AM0h19Derby8:16 AMLoughborough$141One-way0 transfers
- 6:26 PM0h19Derby6:45 PMLoughborough$31One-way0 transfers
- 6:57 AM0h19Derby7:16 AMLoughborough$61One-way0 transfers
- 5:02 PM0h27Derby5:29 PMLoughborough$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Loughborough:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Derby to Loughborough costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (28m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
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
Derby to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Loughborough trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:32 PM Derby | 0h20 | 8:52 PM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 6:57 AM Derby | 0h19 | 7:16 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:57 AM Derby | 0h19 | 8:16 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Loughborough
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Trains from Derby to Loughborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Loughborough from $3 (€2). 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 Derby to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby to Loughborough
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ATM
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WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 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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