The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cambridge station (CBG) for Loughborough station (LBO) 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 111 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 111 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h30 | 09:30 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h27 | 10:27 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Trains from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 13:00, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 13:00 |
Last train 14:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cambridge station (CBG) and Loughborough station (LBO) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge station (CBG) to Loughborough station (LBO) 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 station (LBO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge station (CBG) and Loughborough station (LBO)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
