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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$185
Average price
$280
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Trains per day
10
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 $280 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $185.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Loughborough without transferring at least 3 times.
2:01 PM5h44Glasgow7:45 PMLoughborough$1851One-way3 transfers
11:35 AM5h43Glasgow5:18 PMLoughborough$2761One-way3 transfers- 3:35 PM5h48Glasgow9:23 PMLoughborough$2761One-way3 transfers
- 9:46 AM5h59Glasgow3:45 PMLoughborough$2901One-way3 transfers
- 10:34 AM6h11Glasgow4:45 PMLoughborough$2901One-way3 transfers
- 11:35 AM5h43Glasgow5:18 PMLoughborough$2761One-way3 transfers
- 2:01 PM5h44Glasgow7:45 PMLoughborough$1851One-way3 transfers
- 3:35 PM5h48Glasgow9:23 PMLoughborough$2761One-way3 transfers
- 11:55 AM5h50Glasgow5:45 PMLoughborough$2901One-way3 transfers
- 9:46 AM5h59Glasgow3:45 PMLoughborough$2901One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price | $146 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Loughborough:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Loughborough costing on average $94 (€77).
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Loughborough costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 9h 19m.
The journey is about 2m faster (5h 17m by train vs 5h 19m by car) and roughly $33 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($114 (€93) vs $146 (€120)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:46 AM Glasgow | 5h59 | 3:45 PM Loughborough | 3 transfers | |
| 10:34 AM Glasgow | 6h11 | 4:45 PM Loughborough | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Loughborough
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Trains from Glasgow to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $41 (€34) 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 5h 27m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 1:59 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Loughborough trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Loughborough from $41 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Loughborough
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Loughborough
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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central 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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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