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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alton to Loughborough
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
181 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alton to Loughborough will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Alton for Loughborough every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
04:423h47
Alton08:29Loughborough
£1151One-way
0 changes
11:153h31
Alton14:46Loughborough
£1231One-way
0 changes
11:153h31
Alton14:46Loughborough
£1231One-way
0 changes
04:423h47
Alton08:29Loughborough
£1151One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Alton to Loughborough train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:38
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:42 Alton | 3h47 | 08:29 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:15 Alton | 3h31 | 14:46 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alton to Loughborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Alton to Loughborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £113 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £113 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 16:49 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Alton to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Alton and Loughborough from £113. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£50
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Alton to Loughborough train
FAQs: Travel by train from Alton to Loughborough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alton to Loughborough.
The train distance from Alton to Loughborough is 181 km.
Booking trains from Alton to Loughborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Alton to Loughborough covers a distance of 181 km and takes approximately 3h 47m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Alton to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £113, while the average price tends to be around £113.
The first train from Alton to Loughborough leaves at 4:20.
The cheapest way to get from Alton to Loughborough is by train, costing approximately £113.
The last train from Alton to Loughborough departs at 16:49.
The train station in Alton that goes to Loughborough is Alton station (AON), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
Trains from Alton to Loughborough run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Alton to Loughborough.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Alton to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Alton to Loughborough.
There is no night train service from Alton to Loughborough.
To travel from Alton to Loughborough, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alton and Loughborough
Alton
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Alton is Alton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alton for your trip from Alton to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:00 Saturday 07:30 - 17:30 Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to Platform 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Alton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, Station Road
The major train station for arrivals in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your journey to Loughborough from Alton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transport options for Loughborough
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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