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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Loughborough will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol 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 174 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.
9:303h57Bristol13:27Loughborough£431One-way0 changes
8:332h54Bristol11:27Loughborough£561One-way0 changes- 7:332h55Bristol10:28Loughborough£591One-way0 changes
- 8:332h54Bristol11:27Loughborough£561One-way0 changes
- 7:332h55Bristol10:28Loughborough£591One-way0 changes
- 9:303h57Bristol13:27Loughborough£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£50 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Loughborough trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G14898+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ C21652 | On time 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h57 | 12:27 Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 changes | |
| G01062 · G00808+C21645 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 11:28 Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 changes | |
| G01062+C21654 | On time 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h19 | 11:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
| G14899+Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+W70874 | On time 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h57 | 13:27 Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 changes | |
| G01064+W70796 | On time 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h19 | 12:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
| G01064 · G00812+C21652 | On time 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h54 | 12:27 Loughborough station (LBO) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Loughborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 2:55 |
Last train 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Loughborough trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Loughborough from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Loughborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Loughborough
Most Bristol to Loughborough trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough train station facilities and services
Loughborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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