How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Loughborough?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Loughborough start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Loughborough?

The average train ride duration from Leicester to Loughborough is 13m, covering a distance of 11 miles (18 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Leicester to Loughborough route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Loughborough?

The earliest train departs from Leicester to Loughborough at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:47pm.

Train Leicester to Loughborough from $8

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Loughborough on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:41am	Leicester	12m	7:53am	Sileby	Cheapest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	9m	7:28am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	9m	7:28am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	22m	8:03am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leicester	9m	7:52am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Loughborough on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:34am	Leicester	27m	8:01am	Sileby	Cheapest
Train	7:07am	Leicester	9m	7:16am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Leicester	9m	7:16am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	10m	7:29am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	10m	7:29am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Loughborough on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:39am	Leicester	13m	7:52am	Sileby	Cheapest
Train	7:43am	Leicester	9m	7:52am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Leicester	10m	7:28am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:18am	Leicester	10m	7:28am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:39am	Leicester	24m	8:03am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Leicester to Loughborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, 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$6 - $7	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $18	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. Travelers 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 $9

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Loughborough by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Loughborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Loughborough start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Loughborough?
The average train ride duration from Leicester to Loughborough is 13m, covering a distance of 11 miles (18 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Leicester to Loughborough route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Loughborough?
The earliest train departs from Leicester to Loughborough at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:47pm.

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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$8

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$8

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$8

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$8

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$12

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$8

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12/17

$8

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Loughborough was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $8

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 $8 to $17 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 $8 which is on 2025-12-15.