- Must visit
John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum
Unique museum inside the historic bell foundry, telling the story of bellmaking and casting. A signature Loughborough attraction with working heritage nearby.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
11
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 $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 11 trains that leave Derby for Loughborough on Wed, Aug 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 20 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.
W70750
C21663
W70753
C21667
C21675
C21675
W70763
C21670
C21676
C21663Omio 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)
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.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Loughborough trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W70825 | On time 6:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 6:52 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66797+ C21669 | On time 6:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h56 | 7:32 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21161 · C21669 | On time 6:47 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h45 | 7:32 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
W70829 | On time 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 7:52 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00921+ C03938 | On time 7:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h55 | 8:31 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21294 · C03938 | On time 7:47 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h44 | 8:31 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
W70834 | On time 8:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 8:52 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C59820+ G66837 | Delayed 8:13 PM 8:38 PMDerby station (DBY) | 0h54 | 9:32 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21292 · C59820 | On time 8:50 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h42 | 9:32 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21546 | On time 9:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 9:52 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70752 | On time 10:20 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 10:40 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21224 · C21183 | On time 10:47 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h54 | 11:41 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
W70750 | 3:47 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 4:30 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70753 | 5:04 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h39 | 5:43 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70756 · C21814 | 6:02 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 6:27 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21676 | 6:28 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h19 | 6:47 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70763 | 7:05 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h13 | 7:18 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21670 | 7:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h16 | 7:48 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21675 | 8:06 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h13 | 8:19 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21667 | 8:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 8:52 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21304 · W70685 | 8:47 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h44 | 9:31 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
C21663 | 9:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 9:52 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21303 · W70691 | 9:48 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 10:31 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 |
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Discover the best of Loughborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Loughborough trip today.
Unique museum inside the historic bell foundry, telling the story of bellmaking and casting. A signature Loughborough attraction with working heritage nearby.
Museum in Queen’s Park with local history, archaeology, and the famous Carillon tower. Ideal for understanding the town’s heritage in one stop.
University arts venue presenting changing exhibitions, design, and contemporary culture. A strong choice for visitors interested in current creative work.
The town’s best-known green space with formal gardens, play areas, and the Carillon tower. Ideal for a relaxing break near the centre.
Historic shopping and civic area with market-town character, regular activity, and easy access to landmarks. A practical place to start exploring Loughborough.
Attractive university campus with open lawns, public art, and notable modern architecture. A pleasant walking area showing a different side of the town.
A Leicestershire pork pie with seasoned pork and firm jelly in a hand-raised crust. Nearby Melton Mowbray made it famous and it is a classic regional snack.
Stilton made in the traditional Leicestershire style. This rich blue cheese is one of the East Midlands’ best-known foods and is widely served locally.
A red, nutmeg-spiced Leicestershire cheese with a mild, creamy taste. It is a longstanding county speciality often eaten in sandwiches or on cheeseboards.
Contemporary Indian dining with refined presentation, regional specialities, and attentive service suited to a more upscale meal.
Established Indian restaurant known for classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet relaxed setting popular with locals.
Popular casual venue for burgers, wings, loaded fries, and craft beer with an energetic modern atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than London, while dining and local transport are fairly typical for an English market town.
Service is often included only at some restaurants. If not, 10-12.5% is polite for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Loughborough Station -> Loughborough Town Centre
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.

Most Derby to Loughborough trains use the Derby to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: 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.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: 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.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: 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.
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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