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The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Exeter
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£183
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
278 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Exeter will cost around £183 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £178.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Loughborough for Exeter every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 278 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 53 m 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.
09:473h57
Loughborough13:44Exeter
£1781One-way
0 changes
04:514h53
Loughborough09:44Exeter
£1891One-way
0 changes
09:473h57
Loughborough13:44Exeter
£1781One-way
0 changes
04:514h53
Loughborough09:44Exeter
£1891One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Loughborough to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 278 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£140 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Loughborough to Exeter train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y07217+C23745+P09770 | On time 08:50 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h41 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| Y07217+C23745 | On time 08:50 Loughborough station (LBO) | 3h54 | 12:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| Y07217+C23745+P09009 | On time 08:50 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h03 | 12:53 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
Y07040+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P08319 | On time 08:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h20 | 13:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| Y07040+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P08319 · P09770 | On time 08:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h38 | 13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| Y07222+C23749+P09011 | On time 09:50 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h04 | 13:54 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| Y07222+C23749 | On time 09:50 Loughborough station (LBO) | 3h54 | 13:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| Y07222+C23749+P09774 | On time 09:50 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h41 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| Y07046+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P08323 · P09774 | On time 09:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h38 | 14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| Y07046+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P08323 | On time 09:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h19 | 14:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
| Y07227+C23755+P09778 | On time 10:47 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h45 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 2 changes | |
| Y07227+C23755+P09013 | On time 10:47 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h07 | 14:54 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2 changes | |
| Y07227+C23755 | On time 10:47 Loughborough station (LBO) | 3h57 | 14:44 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| Y07052+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P08326 · P09778 | On time 10:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h39 | 15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 3 changes | |
| Y07052+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+P08326 | On time 10:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 4h19 | 15:12 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Exeter
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Loughborough to Exeter run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
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 £22
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:48 |
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 £22
Train companies: Great Western Rail, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Exeter from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 52m
Cheapest Price
£72
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 34m
Cheapest Price
£245
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Loughborough to Exeter train
FAQs: Travel by train from Loughborough to Exeter easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Loughborough to Exeter.
Booking trains from Loughborough to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Loughborough to Exeter is 278 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Loughborough to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £140.
The train journey from Loughborough to Exeter covers a distance of 278 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 11 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Exeter is by coach, costing approximately £22.
To get from Loughborough to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Loughborough that goes to Exeter is Loughborough station (LBO), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
The first train from Loughborough to Exeter leaves at 0:02.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Loughborough to Exeter.
The last train from Loughborough to Exeter departs at 23:48.
Yes, you can take the train from Loughborough to Exeter.
Trains from Loughborough to Exeter run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Loughborough to Exeter.
There is no night train service from Loughborough to Exeter.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough and Exeter
Loughborough
Exeter
The major train station for departures in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your trip from Loughborough to Exeter.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transport options for Loughborough
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your journey to Exeter from Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Exeter St Davids
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Exeter St Thomas
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
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