Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£18

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£111

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

2 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

2 h 40 m

Trains on 15 Sept

25

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

To travel from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) you need to make at least one change.

  • East Midlands RailwayC21203+CrossCountryG00801
    5:403h10
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    8:50Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21654+CrossCountryG00812
    11:532h47
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    14:40Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayW70784+CrossCountryG00808
    10:532h47
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC21814+CrossCountryG00803
    6:283h15
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    9:43Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayW70685+CrossCountryG00806
    9:323h08
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    12:40Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £341One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £48.

Distance: 140 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£48

Average Price

£32

Average Price

Cheapest

£29

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 30m

Average total duration

6h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

CrossCountry

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is a coach with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD):

A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average £48.

The fastest way to travel from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Loughborough station (LBO) and Stansted Airport (SSD) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-19.14. The journey takes 2h 36m versus 2h 11m 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.

Live departures

Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayW70750+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP661814:31 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h36
8:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG00801+East Midlands RailwayC212035:40 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h10
8:50 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
CrossCountryG00801+East Midlands RailwayW707535:50 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h00
8:50 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70753+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP661935:50 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h33
8:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21814+CrossCountryG008036:28 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h15
9:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70669+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP029156:31 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h52
9:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21676+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP662496:48 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h51
9:39 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG00803+East Midlands RailwayC216766:48 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h55
9:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
CrossCountryG00805+East Midlands RailwayW707637:19 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h24
10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70763+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP662727:19 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h50
10:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG00805+East Midlands RailwayC216707:49 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h54
10:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21670+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP662947:49 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h48
10:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21675+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP663238:20 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h47
11:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG00841+East Midlands RailwayC216678:53 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h47
11:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21667+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP029238:53 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h44
11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21197 · W70775+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP663668:56 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h11
12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
CrossCountryG00806+East Midlands RailwayW706859:32 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h08
12:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP663729:32 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h51
12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21193 · W70781+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP663849:59 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h56
12:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70691+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP6639610:32 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h51
13:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG00808+East Midlands RailwayW7078410:53 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h47
13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayW70784+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP0292510:53 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h44
13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21200 · C21659+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP6641410:59 Loughborough station (LBO)
3h08
14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
CrossCountryG00812+East Midlands RailwayC2165411:53 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h47
14:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21654+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+Greater AngliaP6642011:53 Loughborough station (LBO)
2h30
14:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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Trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 47m.

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
140 km
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 47m
First train
4:43
Last train
18:53
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Train companies: CrossCountry from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Loughborough station (LBO) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£21
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 2h 47m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is 140 km.
The first train from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) leaves at 4:43.
The last train from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) departs at 18:53.
Trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
To get from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
The cheapest way to get from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is by train, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Loughborough to Stansted Airport offers views of the English countryside, passing through rural landscapes and small towns, but it is not typically considered particularly scenic compared to other routes in the UK.
A day trip from Loughborough to Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 47m. However, there are 9 trains per day covering the distance of 140 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD).

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Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough station (LBO) and Stansted Airport (SSD)

Most Loughborough station (LBO) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Loughborough to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Loughborough station (LBO) and Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 London
LoughboroughLoughborough Railway Station, Nottingham Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1EX, United Kingdom+44 345 712 5678WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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.

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