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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£106

Fastest journey

4 h 56 m

Average duration

5 h 39 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

228 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Loughborough will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Brighton for Loughborough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.

Southern
04:384h56
Brighton
09:34Loughborough
£581One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
04:565h42
Brighton
10:38Loughborough
£1281One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:056h18
Brighton
10:23Loughborough
£1331One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 228 km

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Coach

£72

Average Price

£26

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Cheapest

3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 46m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 13m

Average total duration

6h 43m

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Live departures

Brighton to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Loughborough trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink13:44 Brighton
3h01
16:45 Loughborough0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
east_midlands_railway04:05 Brighton
6h18
10:23 Loughborough0 changesdirect
southern04:38 Brighton
4h56
09:34 Loughborough0 changesdirect
thameslink04:56 Brighton
5h42
10:38 Loughborough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Loughborough

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Trains from Brighton to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 3h 0m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance
228 km
Average train duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 0m
First train
04:12
Last train
22:41
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Brighton to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Loughborough from £22. 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 0m
Cheapest Price
£36
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£32
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Brighton to Loughborough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Loughborough 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 Loughborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A day or two is generally sufficient to explore Loughborough, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Great Central Railway and the Charnwood Museum.
To get from Brighton to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Brighton to Loughborough is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 0m each way. However, trains run 4 times per day. The distance is 228 km.
The train journey from Brighton to Loughborough offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque South Downs and the rolling countryside of the Midlands, providing a pleasant visual experience.
Booking trains from Brighton to Loughborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train distance from Brighton to Loughborough is 228 km.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £22.
The train journey from Brighton to Loughborough covers a distance of 228 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Loughborough is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
The first train from Brighton to Loughborough leaves at 4:12.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Loughborough.
The last train from Brighton to Loughborough departs at 22:41.
Trains from Brighton to Loughborough run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Brighton to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Loughborough.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Loughborough.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Loughborough

Brighton
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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