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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Loughborough will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Loughborough on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
9:08 AM1h21Sheffield10:29 AMLoughborough$161One-way0 transfers
1:51 PM0h54Sheffield2:45 PMLoughborough$211One-way0 transfers- 7:22 AM0h51Sheffield8:13 AMLoughborough$471One-way0 transfers
- 7:22 AM0h51Sheffield8:13 AMLoughborough$471One-way0 transfers
- 1:51 PM0h54Sheffield2:45 PMLoughborough$211One-way0 transfers
- 9:08 AM1h21Sheffield10:29 AMLoughborough$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sheffield to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Sheffield to Loughborough:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Loughborough costing on average $23 (€18).
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 56m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 2m by train vs 1h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sheffield to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Loughborough trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21537 | On time 12:35 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 1:27 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70806 | On time 1:35 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 2:27 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21539 | On time 2:35 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h53 | 3:28 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21540 | On time 3:35 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 4:27 PM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 7:22 AM Sheffield | 0h51 | 8:13 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:08 AM Sheffield | 1h21 | 10:29 AM Loughborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Loughborough
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Trains from Sheffield to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains from Sheffield to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sheffield and Loughborough from $8 (€7). 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 Sheffield to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Loughborough
Most Sheffield to Loughborough trains use the Sheffield to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Loughborough leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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 Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Sheffield 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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