The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Loughborough will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Peterborough for Loughborough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.






Travel Information
Compare train for Peterborough to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Peterborough to Loughborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:54 Peterborough | 1h28 | 12:22 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Loughborough
Trains from Peterborough to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, LNER, Cross Country from Peterborough to Loughborough trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and Loughborough from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Loughborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Loughborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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