Gloucester to Loughborough train with Cross Country

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Great Western Railway (GWR)
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
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Regionale
2,000+ travel companies
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Compare coach and train for Gloucester to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 123 km

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£50

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£21

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3h 16m

Average total duration

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2h 46m

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30m

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5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Loughborough by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gloucester to Loughborough

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Trains from Gloucester to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 2h 38m.

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 £16
Distance
123 km
Average train duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 38m
First train
4:51
Last train
21:06
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
7 days
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 £16

Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester to Loughborough trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester and Loughborough from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£110
Cross Country frequency
13 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£117
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Gloucester to Loughborough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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
The cost of a train ticket from Gloucester to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The train journey from Gloucester to Loughborough covers a distance of 123 km and takes approximately 2h 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Gloucester to Loughborough is 123 km.
The first train from Gloucester to Loughborough leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Gloucester to Loughborough departs at 21:06.
Trains from Gloucester to Loughborough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester to Loughborough.
To get from Gloucester to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Gloucester to Loughborough.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Loughborough is Gloucester station (GCR), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Loughborough offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Passengers can enjoy views of the rolling countryside, small villages, and historical towns, particularly as the train passes through the scenic Cotswolds area.
A day trip from Gloucester to Loughborough is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 38m. However, there are 5 trains per day. The distance is 123 km.
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 Gloucester to Loughborough.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Loughborough

Gloucester
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Gloucester is Gloucester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gloucester for your trip from Gloucester to Loughborough.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • 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: Yes
WC
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  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Gloucester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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