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The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Croydon
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £62
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £63
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 51 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 52 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 36
- Distance
- 171 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Croydon will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Fast trains
To travel from Loughborough to Croydon you need to make at least one change.
4:59 2h16 Loughborough 7:15 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change5:50 1h55 Loughborough 7:45 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change6:31 2h04 Loughborough 8:35 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change6:48 1h57 Loughborough 8:45 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change7:19 1h56 Loughborough 9:15 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change
17:54 1h51 Loughborough 19:45 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change20:53 1h51 Loughborough 22:44 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change8:53 1h52 Loughborough 10:45 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change9:53 1h52 Loughborough 11:45 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change10:53 1h52 Loughborough 12:45 Croydon £62 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Croydon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Loughborough to Croydon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 1h 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
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:03 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Loughborough to Croydon trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Loughborough to Croydon.
The cost of a train ticket from Loughborough to Croydon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £75.
The train journey from Loughborough to Croydon covers a distance of 171 km and takes approximately 1h 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Loughborough to Croydon is 171 km.
The first train from Loughborough to Croydon leaves at 4:03.
The last train from Loughborough to Croydon departs at 22:51.
Trains from Loughborough to Croydon run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Loughborough to Croydon.
Live departures
Loughborough to Croydon train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Croydon trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:30 Loughborough | 2h11 | 20:41 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 18:46 Loughborough | 2h02 | 20:48 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 19:26 Loughborough | 2h15 | 21:41 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 19:46 Loughborough | 2h02 | 21:48 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 20:19 Loughborough | 2h22 | 22:41 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 20:46 Loughborough | 2h02 | 22:48 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 21:24 Loughborough | 3h03 | 0:27 Croydon | 2 changes | |
| 21:29 Loughborough | 2h19 | 23:48 Croydon | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 4:59 Loughborough | 2h16 | 7:15 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 5:34 Loughborough | 2h44 | 8:18 Croydon | 2 changes | |
| 5:50 Loughborough | 1h55 | 7:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 6:31 Loughborough | 2h04 | 8:35 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 6:48 Loughborough | 1h57 | 8:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 7:19 Loughborough | 1h56 | 9:15 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 7:49 Loughborough | 1h57 | 9:46 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 8:20 Loughborough | 1h55 | 10:15 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 8:53 Loughborough | 1h52 | 10:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 9:32 Loughborough | 1h56 | 11:28 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 9:53 Loughborough | 1h52 | 11:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 10:32 Loughborough | 1h56 | 12:28 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Loughborough | 1h52 | 12:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 11:32 Loughborough | 1h56 | 13:28 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 11:53 Loughborough | 1h52 | 13:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 12:32 Loughborough | 1h56 | 14:28 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 12:53 Loughborough | 1h52 | 14:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 13:32 Loughborough | 1h56 | 15:28 Croydon | 1 change | |
| 13:53 Loughborough | 1h52 | 15:45 Croydon | 1 change | |
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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 42m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£33
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Loughborough and Croydon
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Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Loughborough to Croydon.
There is no night train service from Loughborough to Croydon.
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Steak and Kidney Pie
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British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Hotels, dining and rail fares are often cheaper than central London, but still higher than many UK cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.75
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
East Croydon -> Croydon Town Centre, Katharine Street
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless and Oyster work on Croydon trams and London buses; touch in at the reader before boarding or on the platform.
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The train journey from Loughborough to Croydon offers a mix of urban and countryside views. As you travel south, you'll pass through the scenic countryside of Leicestershire and the outskirts of London, providing glimpses of lush fields and small towns before entering the more urban landscape approaching Croydon.
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Booking trains from Loughborough to Croydon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Loughborough to Croydon.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough and Croydon
Most Loughborough to Croydon trains use the Loughborough to East Croydon station pair, with some services arriving at West Croydon. Use this guide to compare Loughborough and Croydon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Loughborough
Arrival train stations in Croydon
Which Loughborough station do trains to Croydon leave from?
Trains from Loughborough to Croydon leave from Loughborough. The station is 1 km from Loughborough city centre at Loughborough Railway Station, Nottingham Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1EX, United Kingdom.
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.
Which Croydon station do trains from Loughborough arrive at?
Trains from Loughborough to Croydon most often arrive at East Croydon. Some services arrive at West Croydon, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Croydon arrival station.
East CroydonEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
City-centre transport
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN68 · 11m · £2 · every ~2 min
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: 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. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West CroydonWest Croydon station, London Road, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 2TA
City-centre transport
Getting to West Croydon from Croydon city centre
Bus289 · 4m · £2 · every ~20 min
450 · 5m · £2 · every ~22 min
157 · 7m · £2 · every ~20 min
West Croydon train station facilities and services
West Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Croydon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: B2 station category. Step free access available for platform 1 and 3 using the London Road car park entrance . This side gate is kept locked but has help buttons to request use. Step-free access via separate entrance to platform 4 (to Sutton), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Loughborough to Croydon
Check train stations information for Loughborough and Croydon, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Loughborough that goes to Croydon is Loughborough, and it arrives at East Croydon.
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