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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Loughborough will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Loughborough without transferring at least once.
C04382 · C211837:51 PM3h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:41 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$231One-way1 transfer- C04382 · W707527:51 PM2h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$291One-way1 transfer
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G007978:51 PM2h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:46 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$721One-way2 transfers- C21224 · C21183+
C170168:08 PM3h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:41 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$721One-way2 transfers
- C04382 · W707527:51 PM2h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$291One-way1 transfer
- W34025+C21772+G007978:51 PM2h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:46 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$721One-way2 transfers
- C21224 · C21183+C170168:08 PM3h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:41 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$721One-way2 transfers
- C04382 · C211837:51 PM3h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:41 PMLoughborough station (LBO)$231One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Liverpool to Loughborough:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Loughborough costing on average $75 (€62).
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€62) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.58 (€-29.94). The journey takes 2h 21m versus 2h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Loughborough trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:34 AM Liverpool | 3h30 | 12:04 PM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Loughborough
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Trains from Liverpool to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool and Loughborough from $28 (€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 Liverpool to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Loughborough
Most Liverpool to Loughborough trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Liverpool 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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