Orpington to Loughborough train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Orpington to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 26 Dec

Cheapest price

£140

Average price

£140

Fastest journey

2 h 36 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Orpington to Loughborough will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Orpington for Loughborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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
04:582h36
Orpington
07:34Loughborough
£1401One-way
0 changes

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Orpington to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Orpington to Loughborough trains for today, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway04:58 Orpington
2h36
07:34 Loughborough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Orpington to Loughborough

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Trains from Orpington to Loughborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £138 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 36m.

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
178 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£138
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 36m
First train
04:18
Last train
21:10
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: East Midlands Trains from Orpington to Loughborough trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Orpington and Loughborough from £138. 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
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
£34
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

FAQs: Orpington to Loughborough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington 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
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.
A day trip from Orpington to Loughborough is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 36m. However, trains run 3 times per day for this 178 km journey.
The train distance from Orpington to Loughborough is 178 km.
Booking trains from Orpington to Loughborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Orpington to Loughborough covers a distance of 178 km and takes approximately 2h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Orpington to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £138, while the average price tends to be around £138.
The cheapest way to get from Orpington to Loughborough is by train, costing approximately £138.
The first train from Orpington to Loughborough leaves at 4:18.
The train station in Orpington that goes to Loughborough is Orpington station (ORP), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
The last train from Orpington to Loughborough departs at 21:10.
Yes, you can take the train from Orpington to Loughborough.
Trains from Orpington to Loughborough run approximately 3 times per day.
To travel from Orpington to Loughborough, you can take a train.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Orpington to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Orpington to Loughborough.
There is no night train service from Orpington to Loughborough.
The train journey from Orpington to Loughborough offers a mix of urban and countryside views. As you leave London, the scenery transitions from cityscapes to the rolling hills and green fields of the Midlands, providing passengers with a pleasant and varied visual experience.

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Important Stations and Airports in Orpington and Loughborough

Orpington
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Orpington is Orpington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Orpington for your trip from Orpington to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 21:00 Saturday 06:05 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 2, 3/4 + 5- Available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 2 and 3/4 - Available during staffing hours
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platforms1/2 and 3/4 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on either side of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Orpington
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E, near the exit from platform 5

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