How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Loughborough?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Loughborough start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £7. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Loughborough?

The average train journey time from Leicester to Loughborough is 13m, covering a distance of 11 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Leicester to Loughborough route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 30 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Loughborough?

The earliest train from Leicester to Loughborough departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:47.

Train Leicester to Loughborough from £6

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Leicester to Loughborough on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:30	Leicester	16m	21:46	Barrow-upon-Soar	No tags
Train	21:30	Leicester	12m	21:42	Sileby	No tags
Train	21:37	Leicester	56m	22:33	Sileby	No tags
Train	21:37	Leicester	52m	22:29	Barrow-upon-Soar	No tags
Train	22:52	Leicester	12m	23:04	Sileby	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Leicester to Loughborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

30mAverage duration

10 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £14	Average duration13m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Loughborough by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Leicester to Loughborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Loughborough start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £7. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Loughborough?
The average train journey time from Leicester to Loughborough is 13m, covering a distance of 11 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Leicester to Loughborough route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 30 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leicester to Loughborough?
The earliest train from Leicester to Loughborough departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/12

£6

09/12

£6

Today

£6

11/12

No data

12/12

No data

13/12

No data

14/12

£9

15/12

£6

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Loughborough was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leicester to Loughborough as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £13 for a train ticket from Leicester to Loughborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-15.