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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
20
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 20 trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO), including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
W7079612:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)12:52Loughborough station (LBO)£91One-way0 changes- W7081215:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)15:52Loughborough station (LBO)£111One-way0 changes
- C2165514:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)14:52Loughborough station (LBO)£111One-way0 changes
- C2165411:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)11:52Loughborough station (LBO)£111One-way0 changes
- C04344 · W706918:401h51Sheffield station (SHF)10:31Loughborough station (LBO)£131One-way1 change
- C216757:340h45Sheffield station (SHF)8:19Loughborough station (LBO)£181One-way0 changes
- C216707:000h48Sheffield station (SHF)7:48Loughborough station (LBO)£211One-way0 changes
- C216639:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)9:52Loughborough station (LBO)£151One-way0 changes
- W7081215:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)15:52Loughborough station (LBO)£111One-way0 changes
- C2165514:000h52Sheffield station (SHF)14:52Loughborough station (LBO)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO):
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Loughborough station (LBO) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 11m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 1m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £14 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 Railway.
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.
Live departures
Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G89727+C21193 | On time 8:11 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h47 | 9:58 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
| G89732+W70691 | On time 9:06 Sheffield station (SHF) | 1h25 | 10:31 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
| W70784 | On time 10:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h52 | 10:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| C21670 | 7:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h48 | 7:48 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21675 | 7:34 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h45 | 8:19 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21667 | 7:59 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0h53 | 8:52 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO)
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Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 11:52. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 45m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 11:52 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Loughborough station (LBO) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) 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 station (LBO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and Loughborough station (LBO)
Most Sheffield station (SHF) to Loughborough station (LBO) trains use the Sheffield to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and Loughborough station (LBO) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. 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 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.
Getting to Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Sheffield station (SHF)
Most popular trains to and from Loughborough station (LBO) and Sheffield station (SHF)
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