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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Leicester
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Leicester will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Loughborough for Leicester on Mon, Apr 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 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.
Y121458:53 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)9:03 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers- Y121418:20 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)8:30 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- C518768:55 AM0h24Loughborough station (LBO)9:19 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- C516459:53 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)10:03 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- C516079:32 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)9:42 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- Y121458:53 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)9:03 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- Y121418:20 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)8:30 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- C516459:53 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)10:03 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- C516079:32 AM0h10Loughborough station (LBO)9:42 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
- C518768:55 AM0h24Loughborough station (LBO)9:19 AMLeicester station (LEI)$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Loughborough to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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$11 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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 Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Leicester trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C51620 | On time 7:41 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0h11 | 7:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12136 | On time 8:14 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0h11 | 8:25 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C51535 | On time 8:44 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0h11 | 8:55 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12137 | On time 9:14 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0h11 | 9:25 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02864 | On time 9:32 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0h11 | 9:43 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12141 | 7:20 AM Loughborough station (LBO) | 0h10 | 7:30 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Leicester
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Trains from Loughborough to Leicester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Leicester from $6 (€5). 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 Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Loughborough to Leicester
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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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 main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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 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 Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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