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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Loughborough will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Loughborough every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 377 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 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.
8:525h35Edinburgh14:27Loughborough£451One-way0 changes- 7:526h00Edinburgh13:52Loughborough£721One-way0 changes
4:506h37Edinburgh11:27Loughborough£1121One-way0 changes- 5:526h00Edinburgh11:52Loughborough£1191One-way0 changes
- 8:305h22Edinburgh13:52Loughborough£1311One-way0 changes
- 8:305h22Edinburgh13:52Loughborough£1311One-way0 changes
- 8:525h35Edinburgh14:27Loughborough£451One-way0 changes
- 7:305h57Edinburgh13:27Loughborough£1391One-way0 changes
- 5:526h00Edinburgh11:52Loughborough£1191One-way0 changes
- 7:526h00Edinburgh13:52Loughborough£721One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 377 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£98 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Loughborough trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:08 Edinburgh | 5h37 | 13:45 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Edinburgh | 6h50 | 15:20 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Edinburgh | 5h05 | 14:05 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 13 July | |||||
| 4:50 Edinburgh | 6h37 | 11:27 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Loughborough by train, coach or flight
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Loughborough.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Loughborough
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Trains from Edinburgh to Loughborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 19:52. The fastest train covers the 377 km distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 377 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 2:12 |
Last train 19:52 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Loughborough trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Loughborough from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: Edinburgh to Loughborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Loughborough
Most Edinburgh to Loughborough trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Loughborough station do trains from Edinburgh 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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