The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Oxford
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Oxford will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 2 trains that leave Loughborough for Oxford on Thu, Feb 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 12 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Thu, Feb 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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 bus and train for Loughborough to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. 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 €21, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€70 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Loughborough to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 AM Loughborough | 3h24 | 8:14 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Loughborough | 2h42 | 11:14 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Oxford
Trains from Loughborough to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€41) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€41) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Oxford from $26 (€21). 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 Loughborough to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Loughborough to Oxford
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- 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 Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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