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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 on Sep 19
$93
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$145
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 46 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Loughborough will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Loughborough without transferring at least 2 times.
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C21220 · C59783
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C21220 · W70791
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C21218 · C21538
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C21220 · C59783Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, while a train costs an average of $158.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $107 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Loughborough:
A bus is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Loughborough costing on average $107.
A bus is $76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Loughborough costing on average $158.
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (5h 7m by train vs 5h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $158 compared to roughly $147 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.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33649+ C21220 · C59783 | 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h10 | 11:58 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 transfers | |
W33649+ W70791 · C21220 | 5:48 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h36 | 11:24 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 transfers | |
W33776+ C21218 · C21538 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h26 | 1:26 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 transfers | |
W33776+ XC023400+ C17985+ EM724800 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h51 | 1:51 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 but you can travel from only $30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:59, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 1:59 AM |
Last train 11:54 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Loughborough trains use the Glasgow Central to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: 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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