The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Windermere
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Windermere will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Loughborough for Windermere on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.
9:50 AM4h04Loughborough1:54 PMWindermere$1001One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM4h04Loughborough1:54 PMWindermere$1001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Loughborough to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 39m Average total duration 17h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough to Windermere:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough to Windermere costing on average $84 (€67).
Other travel options to Windermere take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 9m.
Tickets start at around $84 (€67) compared to roughly $61 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.00 (€-18.58). The journey takes 3h 16m versus 3h 0m 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
Loughborough to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Windermere trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 AM Loughborough | 4h04 | 1:54 PM Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Windermere
Trains from Loughborough to Windermere run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:06. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 6:06 PM |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Windermere trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Windermere from $49 (€39). 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 Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Loughborough to Windermere
- 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,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 20:45 Sunday 11:10 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station entrance
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