The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Loughborough will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 3 trains that leave Durham for Loughborough on Thu, Jan 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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 Durham to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€94 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:41 AM Durham | 3h11 | 7:52 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Durham | 3h10 | 10:52 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:44 AM Durham | 4h42 | 3:26 PM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Durham to Loughborough by train or bus
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Why should you book Durham to Loughborough trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as LNER offer trains services from Durham to Loughborough. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Durham to Loughborough.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER to find the best option for your trip from Durham to Loughborough.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Durham to Loughborough.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER to help you choose the right option for your journey from Durham to Loughborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Durham to Loughborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Loughborough
Trains from Durham to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 21:47 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER from Durham to Loughborough trainsCrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Durham and Loughborough from $29 (€23). 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 Durham to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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 Durham to Loughborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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 the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
- 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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