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Gladstone Pottery Museum
A former working pottery factory with kilns, workshops and live craft demonstrations. It gives the clearest introduction to Longton's ceramics heritage.
Trains from Loughborough to Longton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 20:51 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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A former working pottery factory with kilns, workshops and live craft demonstrations. It gives the clearest introduction to Longton's ceramics heritage.
A small heritage museum preserving local railway history, signalling artefacts and model displays. It suits visitors interested in transport and industry.
A local museum and historic house with ceramics, period rooms and changing displays. It adds social history context to the story of the Potteries.
Longton's main central street lined with civic buildings, shops and bus links. It is the best area for a first walk through the historic town centre.
A large park with sports facilities, open lawns and a lake area. It offers a relaxed break from the town centre and is popular with local walkers.
A pleasant canalside walking route with towpaths, locks and pottery-era scenery. It is ideal for a gentle local walk and photography.
A Staffordshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake made from oatmeal, flour and yeast, often filled with cheese or bacon. It is a defining Potteries staple.
Lobby is a traditional Staffordshire one-pot stew of beef or lamb with potatoes, carrots and onions, valued as hearty working-class comfort food.
This local breakfast favourite pairs a Staffordshire oatcake with bacon, sausage, cheese or egg. It is widely eaten across Stoke-on-Trent and Longton.
Popular local oatcake shop serving classic Staffordshire oatcakes with varied fillings in a simple, casual setting.
Established Indian restaurant known for curries and tandoori dishes, with a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
Well-known traditional pub and dining venue serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Longton is usually cheaper than major tourist cities for hotels and dining, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Longton Station -> Hanley Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Longton 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 Longton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Loughborough to Longton trains use the Loughborough to Longton station pair. Use this guide to compare Loughborough and Longton 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.
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.
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