Canterbury to Loughborough train with East Midlands Trains

Sat, 15 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 15 Nov

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

3 h 51 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

227 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Canterbury to Loughborough will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Canterbury 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 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.

East Midlands Trains
04:413h51
Canterbury
08:32Loughborough
£541One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:233h53
Canterbury
14:16Loughborough
£551One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 227 km

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Coach

£92

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

3h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 0m

Average total duration

5h 30m

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Live departures

Canterbury to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 19:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway04:41 Canterbury
3h51
08:32 Loughborough0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway10:23 Canterbury
3h53
14:16 Loughborough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Canterbury to Loughborough

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Trains from Canterbury to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 2h 42m.

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 £20
Distance
227 km
Average train duration
2h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
2h 42m
First train
04:18
Last train
21:54
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 £20

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Southeastern from Canterbury to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Loughborough from £20. 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
2h 42m
Cheapest Price
£54
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 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

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£95
Southeastern frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Canterbury to Loughborough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.
The train distance from Canterbury to Loughborough is 227 km.
Booking trains from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Loughborough covers a distance of 227 km and takes approximately 2h 42m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The first train from Canterbury to Loughborough leaves at 4:18.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Loughborough is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
The last train from Canterbury to Loughborough departs at 21:54.
To get from Canterbury to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Canterbury to Loughborough run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Canterbury to Loughborough.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Loughborough.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Loughborough.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Loughborough

Canterbury
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your trip from Canterbury to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury East
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: downside platform - London end
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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