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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Loughborough
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Trains from Swansea to Loughborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £122 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 4h 55m.
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 226 km |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £122 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 20:51 |
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: first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Loughborough trainsfirst_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Loughborough from £122. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 4m
Cheapest Price
£220
first_great_western frequency
14 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 57m
Cheapest Price
£205
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Swansea to Loughborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Loughborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £122, while the average price tends to be around £188.
A day trip from Swansea to Loughborough is not feasible as the journey lasts 4h 55m, and trains run 3 times per day. The distance is 226 km.
Booking trains from Swansea to Loughborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To travel from Swansea to Loughborough, you can take a train.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Loughborough is by train, costing approximately £122.
The train journey from Swansea to Loughborough covers a distance of 226 km and takes approximately 4h 55m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Swansea to Loughborough is 226 km.
The last train from Swansea to Loughborough departs at 20:51.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Loughborough is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Loughborough station (LBO).
There is no night train service from Swansea to Loughborough.
The first train from Swansea to Loughborough leaves at 4:56.
Trains from Swansea to Loughborough run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Loughborough.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Loughborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Loughborough.
The train journey from Swansea to Loughborough offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque countryside areas, particularly as it travels through parts of Wales and the Midlands, providing some scenic views along the way.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Loughborough
Swansea
Loughborough
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Loughborough.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
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 Swansea.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information 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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