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The cheapest and fastest trains from Duffield to Loughborough
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
32 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
39 m
Trains on 18 Sept
14
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duffield to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duffield to Loughborough will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
To travel from Duffield to Loughborough you need to make at least one change.
6:460h32Duffield7:18Loughborough£111One-way1 change- 7:090h39Duffield7:48Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 8:100h41Duffield8:51Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 9:100h41Duffield9:51Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 10:100h41Duffield10:51Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 6:460h32Duffield7:18Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 7:090h39Duffield7:48Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 8:100h41Duffield8:51Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 9:100h41Duffield9:51Loughborough£111One-way1 change
- 10:100h41Duffield10:51Loughborough£111One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Duffield to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duffield to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£11 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Duffield to Loughborough is a coach with an average price of £8.
This is compared to other travel options from Duffield to Loughborough:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duffield to Loughborough costing on average £11.
The fastest way to travel from Duffield to Loughborough is by train with an average journey time of 20m.
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 49m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Duffield and Loughborough including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (20m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Duffield to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Duffield to Loughborough trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 13:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 14:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 14:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 15:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 15:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 16:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 16:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 17:10 Duffield | 0h43 | 17:53 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 18:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 18:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 19:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 19:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 20:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 20:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 21:09 Duffield | 0h42 | 21:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 21:59 Duffield | 0h40 | 22:39 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 23:48 Duffield | 4h43 | 4:31 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 6:46 Duffield | 0h32 | 7:18 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 7:09 Duffield | 0h39 | 7:48 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 8:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 8:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 9:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 9:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 10:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 10:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 11:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 11:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
| 12:10 Duffield | 0h41 | 12:51 Loughborough | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Duffield to Loughborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Duffield to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:47, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 32m.
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 £7
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 6:47 |
Last train 20:51 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 £7
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Duffield to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Duffield and Loughborough from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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 East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£5
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
32m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£11
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Loughborough
Things to do in Loughborough
Discover the best of Loughborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Loughborough trip today.
- Recommended
The Loughborough Museum
Heritage museum at Great Central Railway with preserved locomotives, rolling stock and exhibits on the line's operation and history.
- Recommended
John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum
Small heritage display at the bell foundry site, interpreting bellmaking in a town long associated with this specialist craft.
- Must visit
Queen's Park
Central park with formal gardens, memorials, open lawns and river walks, making it the town's main green space for a relaxed visit.
- Recommended
Grand Union Canal
Waterside stretch popular for walking and cycling, with locks, wildlife and easy access to longer routes through the Soar valley.
Baxter Gate
Historic shopping street lined with older buildings, independent businesses and a market atmosphere near the heart of town.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
A pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned chopped pork. A classic East Midlands speciality closely tied to local food heritage.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in Leicestershire. Creamy, crumbly and tangy, it is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a firm, nutty county cheese with a rich orange colour. It is a longstanding local staple often served in sandwiches, pies and ploughman’s lunches.
The Basin
Stylish modern restaurant known for seasonal British cooking, attentive service and a relaxed smart atmosphere in the town centre.
Fernandez Grillhouse
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, longstanding local setting.
Peter Pizzeria
Popular town-centre venue for burgers, grilled dishes and drinks, with a lively casual feel and broad menu.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotel, dining and local travel costs are usually lower than in London, though prices can rise on university and event dates.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- >£3 contactless daily cap
To the city centre
Loughborough Railway Station -> Loughborough Town Centre
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Most local bus singles on Kinchbus are capped at £3, and contactless payment is accepted on eligible services.
- Loughborough town centre is about a 15-minute walk from Loughborough Railway Station; many local bus connections are available via Baxter Gate and nearby town-centre stops.
FAQs: Duffield to Loughborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duffield 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Duffield to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Duffield to Loughborough covers a distance of 31 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Duffield to Loughborough is 31 km.
The first train from Duffield to Loughborough leaves at 6:47.
The last train from Duffield to Loughborough departs at 20:51.
Trains from Duffield to Loughborough run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Duffield to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Duffield to Loughborough.
To get from Duffield to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Duffield to Loughborough.
The train station in Duffield that goes to Loughborough is Duffield station (DFI), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
The cheapest way to get from Duffield to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Duffield 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 Duffield to Loughborough offers a pleasant experience, with views of the rolling Derbyshire countryside, passing through quaint villages and alongside the scenic River Derwent, providing a charming backdrop for travellers.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Duffield to Loughborough. The journey takes 32m and the distance is 31 km. There are 6 trains per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Duffield to Loughborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Duffield and Loughborough
Most Duffield to Loughborough trains use the Duffield to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Duffield and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Duffield
Arrival train stations in Loughborough
Which Duffield station do trains to Loughborough leave from?
Trains from Duffield to Loughborough leave from Duffield. The station is from Duffield city centre at Duffield station, Station Approach, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4EP.
DuffieldDuffield station, Station Approach, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4EP
City-centre transport
Getting to Duffield from Duffield city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesAt the junction of Station Road and Station approach outside the station.
Duffield train station facilities and services
Duffield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Duffield.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duffield: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Duffield: Bike Parking.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Duffield arrive at?
Trains from Duffield to Loughborough arrive at Loughborough. Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre.
LoughboroughLoughborough Railway Station, Nottingham Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1EX, United Kingdom+44 345 712 5678
City-centre transport
Getting to Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus127 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
Sky · 11m · £2 · every ~15 min
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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