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Charnwood Museum
Compact local museum in Queen's Park covering Loughborough's industries, transport and everyday life through varied displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 36 m
Trains on 18 Sept
15
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Longton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longton to Loughborough will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Longton to Loughborough you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Longton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 67 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-12.22. The journey takes 1h 4m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Longton to Loughborough trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21292 · C59820 | On time 19:55 Longton station (LGN) | 1h37 | 21:32 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21291 · W70752 | On time 20:55 Longton station (LGN) | 1h45 | 22:40 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21224 · C21183 | On time 21:55 Longton station (LGN) | 1h46 | 23:41 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 7:55 Longton | 1h36 | 9:31 Loughborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:55 Longton | 1h36 | 10:31 Loughborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:55 Longton | 1h36 | 11:31 Loughborough | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Longton to Loughborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:57 |
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Discover the best of Loughborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Loughborough trip today.
Compact local museum in Queen's Park covering Loughborough's industries, transport and everyday life through varied displays.
Heritage museum at Great Central Railway with preserved locomotives, rolling stock and exhibits on the line's operation and history.
Small heritage display at the bell foundry site, interpreting bellmaking in a town long associated with this specialist craft.
Central park with formal gardens, memorials, open lawns and river walks, making it the town's main green space for a relaxed visit.
Waterside stretch popular for walking and cycling, with locks, wildlife and easy access to longer routes through the Soar valley.
Historic shopping street lined with older buildings, independent businesses and a market atmosphere near the heart of town.
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.
Blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in Leicestershire. Creamy, crumbly and tangy, it is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
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.
Stylish modern restaurant known for seasonal British cooking, attentive service and a relaxed smart atmosphere in the town centre.
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, longstanding local setting.
Popular town-centre venue for burgers, grilled dishes and drinks, with a lively casual feel and broad menu.
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.
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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Loughborough Railway Station -> Loughborough Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longton 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.

Most Longton to Loughborough trains use the Longton to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Longton and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Longton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Longton.
Available at Longton: Parking.
Available at Longton: Bike Parking.
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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