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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Loughborough
Showing times and prices for 11 May
Cheapest price
£245
Average price
£294
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
413 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Loughborough will cost around £294 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £245.
Fast trains
To travel from Stirling to Loughborough you need to make at least 3 changes.
5:215h30Stirling10:51Loughborough£2451One-way4 changes- 7:215h30Stirling12:51Loughborough£2451One-way4 changes
- 18:3011h19Stirling5:49Loughborough£2451One-way4 changes
- 8:346h17Stirling14:51Loughborough£2601One-way3 changes
- 11:045h47Stirling16:51Loughborough£2601One-way3 changes
- 5:215h30Stirling10:51Loughborough£2451One-way4 changes
- 7:215h30Stirling12:51Loughborough£2451One-way4 changes
- 8:105h41Stirling13:51Loughborough£3411One-way3 changes
- 6:095h42Stirling11:51Loughborough£3411One-way3 changes
- 9:095h42Stirling14:51Loughborough£3271One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stirling to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £245.
Distance: 413 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£300 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 37m Average total duration Fastest 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Stirling to Loughborough trains with Omio?
Caledonian Sleeper as well as ScotRail offer trains services from Stirling to Loughborough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Stirling to Loughborough.
Why book with Omio vs Caledonian Sleeper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Caledonian Sleeper, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Stirling to Loughborough.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Caledonian Sleeper with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stirling to Loughborough.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stirling to Loughborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Loughborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stirling to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £245 but you can travel from only £50 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 13:08. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 5h 30m.
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 £50
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £245 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 13:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £50
Train companies: Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Stirling to Loughborough trainsCaledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Loughborough from £50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 38m
Cheapest Price
£393
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
£245
ScotRail frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Stirling to Loughborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Stirling to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £245, while the average price tends to be around £300.
The train journey from Stirling to Loughborough covers a distance of 413 km and takes approximately 5h 30m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Stirling to Loughborough is 413 km.
The first train from Stirling to Loughborough leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Stirling to Loughborough departs at 13:08.
Trains from Stirling to Loughborough run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stirling to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stirling to Loughborough.
To get from Stirling to Loughborough, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Yes, there is a night train from Stirling to Loughborough.
The train station in Stirling that goes to Loughborough is Stirling station (STG), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Loughborough is by coach, costing approximately £50.
Booking trains from Stirling 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 Stirling to Loughborough offers a mix of scenic views, particularly as it traverses through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and Northern England, with rolling hills and countryside vistas. However, urban areas may present less scenic views.
A day trip from Stirling to Loughborough is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 30m. The distance is 413 km, and there are 5 trains per day.
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 Stirling to Loughborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Loughborough
Stirling
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Stirling is Stirling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stirling for your trip from Stirling to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stirling
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your journey to Loughborough from Stirling.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transport options for Loughborough
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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