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Erewash Museum
Volunteer-run local heritage centre with displays on lace, railways and everyday life in Long Eaton and nearby villages.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Long Eaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Long Eaton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Loughborough for Long Eaton 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 15 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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.




The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Long Eaton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:47 Loughborough | 0h11 | 10:58 Long Eaton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Loughborough to Long Eaton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:33, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 11m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 1:33 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Long Eaton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Long Eaton trip today.
Volunteer-run local heritage centre with displays on lace, railways and everyday life in Long Eaton and nearby villages.
Art gallery and museum in Nottingham with British art, archaeology and changing exhibitions, a practical cultural trip from Long Eaton.
Museum of transport history at Trent Bridge featuring vehicles, industry and social history relevant to the wider region.
Large country park with lakes, woodland and waterside paths, popular for walking, birdwatching and family outings.
Green flag park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities and open lawns near the heart of Long Eaton.
Traffic-free waterside route ideal for walking and cycling, following the historic canal through quiet stretches of the town.
A soft Derbyshire oatcake cooked on a griddle, often filled with cheese or bacon. Popular across the area as a traditional breakfast or light meal.
A classic East Midlands ale brewed with pale and roasted malts for a balanced bitter taste. The region has a strong pub and brewing tradition.
A crumbly blue cheese from Derbyshire with a rich, tangy flavour. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and widely eaten locally.
Well-known Turkish restaurant offering charcoal-grilled kebabs, mezze and warm service in a comfortable modern dining room.
Established steakhouse known for grilled meats and hearty mains in a casual, dependable setting close to the town centre.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed waterside setting.
Moderate for England: meals and transport are manageable, but hotels near Nottingham can raise overall trip costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés usually just get small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Long Eaton 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 Long Eaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Loughborough to Long Eaton trains use the Loughborough to Long Eaton station pair. Use this guide to compare Loughborough and Long Eaton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Long Eaton is 1 km from Long Eaton city centre. Public transport options include:
Long Eaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Long Eaton.
Ticket office support is available at Long Eaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Available at Long Eaton: Parking.
Available at Long Eaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Long Eaton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. Assistance provided by on train staff. This station has tactile paving at the edges of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, 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.
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