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Charnwood Museum
Compact local museum in Queen's Park covering Loughborough's industries, transport and everyday life through varied displays.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 42 m
Trains on 20 Sept
5
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swinton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swinton to Loughborough will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Swinton to Loughborough you need to make at least one change.
P24415+
C21677
P24407+
W70840
P24481+
W70774
P23914+
W70768
P24470+
C21679
P24407+
W70840
P24470+
C21679
P24415+
C21677
P23914+
W70768
P24481+
W70774The table below shows live departures for Swinton to Loughborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W70840+ P24407 | 8:26 Swinton (South Yorkshire) (SWN) | 1h29 | 9:55 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21677+ P24415 | 9:52 Swinton (South Yorkshire) (SWN) | 1h32 | 11:24 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
C21679+ P24470 | 10:51 Swinton (South Yorkshire) (SWN) | 1h30 | 12:21 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
W70768+ P23914 | 11:36 Swinton (South Yorkshire) (SWN) | 1h38 | 13:14 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change | |
W70774+ P24481 | 11:51 Swinton (South Yorkshire) (SWN) | 2h23 | 14:14 Loughborough station (LBO) | 1 change |
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Take a train from Swinton to Loughborough and enjoy the approximately 81 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 17:46, the last at 21:46.
Distance 81 km |
First train 17:46 |
Last train 21:46 |
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Discover the best of Loughborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Loughborough trip today.
Compact local museum in Queen's Park covering Loughborough's industries, transport and everyday life through varied displays.
Heritage museum at Great Central Railway with preserved locomotives, rolling stock and exhibits on the line's operation and history.
Small heritage display at the bell foundry site, interpreting bellmaking in a town long associated with this specialist craft.
Central park with formal gardens, memorials, open lawns and river walks, making it the town's main green space for a relaxed visit.
Waterside stretch popular for walking and cycling, with locks, wildlife and easy access to longer routes through the Soar valley.
Historic shopping street lined with older buildings, independent businesses and a market atmosphere near the heart of town.
A pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray with hot-water crust pastry and seasoned chopped pork. A classic East Midlands speciality closely tied to local food heritage.
Blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in Leicestershire. Creamy, crumbly and tangy, it is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Red Leicester is a firm, nutty county cheese with a rich orange colour. It is a longstanding local staple often served in sandwiches, pies and ploughman’s lunches.
Stylish modern restaurant known for seasonal British cooking, attentive service and a relaxed smart atmosphere in the town centre.
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, longstanding local setting.
Popular town-centre venue for burgers, grilled dishes and drinks, with a lively casual feel and broad menu.
Moderate for the UK. Hotel, dining and local travel costs are usually lower than in London, though prices can rise on university and event dates.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Loughborough Railway Station -> Loughborough Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swinton 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.

Most Swinton to Loughborough trains use the Swinton (South Yorkshire) to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Swinton and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Swinton (South Yorkshire) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Swinton (South Yorkshire).
Ticket office support is available at Swinton (South Yorkshire).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Parking, WC.
Available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swinton (South Yorkshire): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via level access to LDS bound platform and ramped access to SHF bound 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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