How much is the train ticket from Bedford to Loughborough?

The cheapest train tickets from Bedford to Loughborough start from R 309. The average price for this train route is around R 934. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bedford to Loughborough?

The average train journey time from Bedford to Loughborough is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 87 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Bedford to Loughborough route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Bedford to Loughborough departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 20:51.

Train Bedford to Loughborough from R 210

Next train departures

Next departures from Bedford to Loughborough on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:30	Bedford	1h	10:30	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	08:30	Bedford	59m	09:29	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	07:28	Bedford	1h 6m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	07:28	Bedford	1h 6m	08:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	08:30	Bedford	59m	09:29	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from Bedford to Loughborough on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:42	Bedford	54m	12:36	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	09:42	Bedford	52m	10:34	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	09:42	Bedford	52m	10:34	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	10:09	Bedford	54m	11:03	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	10:09	Bedford	54m	11:03	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:35 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bedford to Loughborough

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

92 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average priceR 309 - R 2 296	Average duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 144 - R 196	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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 R 309

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bedford to Loughborough by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bedford to Loughborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Bedford to Loughborough start from R 309. The average price for this train route is around R 934. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bedford to Loughborough?
The average train journey time from Bedford to Loughborough is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 87 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Bedford to Loughborough route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bedford to Loughborough?
The earliest train from Bedford to Loughborough departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 20:51.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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Today

R 464

12/12

R 553

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14/12

R 470

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16/12

R 459

The cheapest trip from Bedford to Loughborough was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 459

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

You can expect to pay from R 459 to R 2 191 for a train ticket from Bedford to Loughborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 459, which is on 2025-12-16.