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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Reading
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Reading will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 3 trains that leave Loughborough for Reading on Fri, Dec 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Loughborough to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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€84 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Loughborough to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Reading trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:27 AM Loughborough | 3h45 | 7:12 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:50 AM Loughborough | 2h52 | 7:42 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM Loughborough | 3h43 | 8:43 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Reading
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Trains from Loughborough to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Loughborough to Reading trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Loughborough and Reading from $53 (€42). 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 Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Loughborough to Reading
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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