The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Loughborough will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Loughborough without transferring at least 2 times.
C23376+
L34149+
C23280+
Y07135
C23376 · C23655+
Y07058
C23376+
L34149+
C23280+
Y07135
C23376 · C23655+
Y07058Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oxford to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 €24, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€75 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m 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
Oxford to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23376 · C23655+ Y07058 | On time 8:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3h13 | 11:52 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 transfers | |
C23376+ L34149+ C23280+ Y07135 | On time 8:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 11:27 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Loughborough
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 20:40 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Oxford to Loughborough start from as low as $33 (€27) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $92 (€75) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Loughborough trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Loughborough from $30 (€24). 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 Oxford to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Loughborough
- 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
- 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
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