Luton to Loughborough train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

1 h 17 m

Average duration

1 h 52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

112 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Loughborough will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Luton for Loughborough every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.

East Midlands Trains
09:101h17
Luton
10:27Loughborough
£461One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
12:101h17
Luton
13:27Loughborough
£461One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:293h05
Luton
07:34Loughborough
£461One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
10:101h17
Luton
11:27Loughborough
£551One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
03:202h26
Luton
05:46Loughborough
£561One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 112 km

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Coach

£42

Average Price

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

Onboard

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Luton to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Loughborough trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway09:10 Luton
1h17
10:27 Loughborough0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway11:13 Luton
2h14
13:27 Loughborough0 changesdirect
Friday 28 November
east_midlands_railway03:20 Luton
2h26
05:46 Loughborough0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway04:29 Luton
3h05
07:34 Loughborough0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton to Loughborough

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Trains from Luton to Loughborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 7m.

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 £13
Distance
112 km
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 7m
First train
03:50
Last train
23:46
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 £13

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Loughborough from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

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 Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
£20
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£48
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Luton to Loughborough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Loughborough 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 Loughborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from Luton to Loughborough offers a mix of urban and rural views, taking passengers through the charming English countryside interspersed with towns and fields, though it may not be the most scenic route compared to others in the UK.
A day or two is generally sufficient to explore Loughborough, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Great Central Railway and the Charnwood Museum.
To get from Luton to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Luton to Loughborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Luton to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The cheapest way to get from Luton to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £13.
The train station in Luton that goes to Loughborough is Luton station (LUT), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
Yes, you can take the train from Luton to Loughborough.
Yes, a day trip from Luton to Loughborough is feasible. The journey takes 1h 7m, with a distance of 112 km. There are 5 trains per day.
The train distance from Luton to Loughborough is 112 km.
The train journey from Luton to Loughborough covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 1h 7m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Luton to Loughborough leaves at 3:50.
The last train from Luton to Loughborough departs at 23:46.
Trains from Luton to Loughborough run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Luton to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton to Loughborough.
There is no night train service from Luton to Loughborough.

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Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Loughborough

Luton
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Luton is Leagrave. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leagrave for your trip from Luton to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front and rear entrances
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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