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Charnwood Museum
Compact local museum in Queen's Park covering Loughborough's industries, transport and everyday life through varied displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
19 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Nottingham to Loughborough, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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.
C04337
C21814
W70666
C21598 · C21676
W70669
C04337
W70666
W70669
C21814
C21203Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Loughborough:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Nottingham to Loughborough costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Coach takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (21m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Loughborough trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04337 | On time 4:56 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h14 | 5:10 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70666 | On time 5:14 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 5:33 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21203 | On time 5:18 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 5:39 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21338 · C21676 | On time 5:53 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 6:47 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21814 | 6:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 6:27 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70669 | On time 6:10 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 6:30 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21598 · C21676 | On time 6:14 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h33 | 6:47 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21832 · C21670 | On time 7:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 7:48 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21201 | On time 7:26 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h26 | 7:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21829 · C21667 | On time 8:16 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h36 | 8:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21197 | On time 8:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 8:55 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70685 | On time 9:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 9:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21193 | On time 9:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 9:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70691 | On time 10:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 10:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21600 · W70784 | On time 10:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 10:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21200 | On time 10:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 10:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70697 | 11:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 11:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21603 · C21654 | On time 11:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 11:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21170 | 11:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h26 | 11:59 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21671 | On time 12:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 12:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21606 · W70796 | On time 12:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 12:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21174 | On time 12:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 12:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70710 | On time 13:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 13:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21800 · W70802 | On time 13:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 13:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21176 | 13:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 13:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70715 | On time 14:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 14:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21799 · C21655 | On time 14:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 14:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21175 | On time 14:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 14:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70720 | On time 15:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 15:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21828 · W70812 | On time 15:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 15:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21173 | 15:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 15:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70747 | On time 16:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 16:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21610 · W70816 | 16:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 16:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21180 | On time 16:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 16:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21687 | On time 17:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 17:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21612 · W70820 | On time 17:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h36 | 17:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21177 | 17:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 17:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21825 · W70825 | On time 18:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 18:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21178 | 18:34 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 18:59 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21669 | On time 19:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 19:32 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21790 · W70829 | On time 19:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 19:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C59816 | On time 19:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 19:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C03938 | On time 20:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 20:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21822 · W70834 | On time 20:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 20:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
W70744 | On time 20:48 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 21:07 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59820 | On time 21:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 21:32 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21323 · C21546 | On time 21:18 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h34 | 21:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21192 | On time 21:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 22:11 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21183 | On time 23:20 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 23:41 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Nottingham to Loughborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 19m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Loughborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Loughborough trip today.
Compact local museum in Queen's Park covering Loughborough's industries, transport and everyday life through varied displays.
Heritage museum at Great Central Railway with preserved locomotives, rolling stock and exhibits on the line's operation and history.
Small heritage display at the bell foundry site, interpreting bellmaking in a town long associated with this specialist craft.
Central park with formal gardens, memorials, open lawns and river walks, making it the town's main green space for a relaxed visit.
Waterside stretch popular for walking and cycling, with locks, wildlife and easy access to longer routes through the Soar valley.
Historic shopping street lined with older buildings, independent businesses and a market atmosphere near the heart of town.
A pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned chopped pork. A classic East Midlands speciality closely tied to local food heritage.
Blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in Leicestershire. Creamy, crumbly and tangy, it is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Red Leicester is a firm, nutty county cheese with a rich orange colour. It is a longstanding local staple often served in sandwiches, pies and ploughman’s lunches.
Stylish modern restaurant known for seasonal British cooking, attentive service and a relaxed smart atmosphere in the town centre.
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, longstanding local setting.
Popular town-centre venue for burgers, grilled dishes and drinks, with a lively casual feel and broad menu.
Moderate for the UK. Hotel, dining and local travel costs are usually lower than in London, though prices can rise on university and event dates.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Loughborough Railway Station -> Loughborough Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

Most Nottingham to Loughborough trains use the Nottingham to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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: Yes.
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.
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