Plymouth to Loughborough train with Great Western Railway

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  • Cross Country
    5:255h05
    Plymouth
    10:30Loughborough
    £2771One-way
    2 changes
  • Cross Country
    6:205h08
    Plymouth
    11:28Loughborough
    £2771One-way
    2 changes
  • Cross Country
    7:275h00
    Plymouth
    12:27Loughborough
    £2771One-way
    2 changes
  • Cross Country
    8:275h00
    Plymouth
    13:27Loughborough
    £2771One-way
    2 changes
  • Cross Country
    9:275h00
    Plymouth
    14:27Loughborough
    £2771One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Loughborough

The cheapest option from Plymouth to Loughborough is coach, with an average price of £40. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Loughborough among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 335 km

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£142

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£40

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Cheapest option

5h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest option

5h 14m

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30m

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9h 36m

Average total duration

9h 6m

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Live departures

Plymouth to Loughborough train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Loughborough trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway8:14 Plymouth
6h06
14:20 Loughborough0 changesdirect
CrossCountry10:00 Plymouth
5h56
15:56 Loughborough0 changesdirect
CrossCountry10:27 Plymouth
5h19
15:46 Loughborough0 changesdirect
Monday 13 July
Cross Country5:25 Plymouth
5h05
10:30 Loughborough2 changes
Cross Country5:25 Plymouth
5h26
10:51 Loughborough1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Plymouth to Loughborough by train or coach

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Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Plymouth to Loughborough.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Loughborough.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Loughborough

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Plymouth to Loughborough, including direct trains, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 335 km distance in 5h 19m.

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 £20
Distance
335 km
Average train duration
5h 14m
Lowest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
5h 19m
First train
4:52
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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 £20

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Plymouth to Loughborough trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Plymouth and Loughborough from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 29m
Cheapest Price
£93
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 59m
Cheapest Price
£277
Cross Country frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to Loughborough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 distance from Plymouth to Loughborough is 335 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Loughborough leaves at 4:52.
The last train from Plymouth to Loughborough departs at 23:55.
Trains from Plymouth to Loughborough run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Loughborough.
To get from Plymouth to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Loughborough.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Loughborough is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
Booking trains from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Loughborough offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Devon and Somerset, with glimpses of rolling hills and green landscapes. However, urban and industrial areas appear more frequently as the train approaches Loughborough.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Loughborough.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Loughborough

Most Plymouth to Loughborough trains use the Plymouth to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Loughborough

Which Plymouth station do trains to Loughborough leave from?

Trains from Plymouth to Loughborough leave from Plymouth. The station is 1 km from Plymouth city centre at Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre

Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min

Plymouth train station facilities and services

Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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