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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
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syston to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syston to Loughborough will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 trains that leave Syston for Loughborough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
C21196
C21191
C21234
C21234
C21191
C21196Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syston to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 13 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Syston to Loughborough trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21205 | On time 19:39 Syston station (SYS) | 0h14 | 19:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21190 | On time 20:52 Syston station (SYS) | 0h14 | 21:06 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42088 | On time 21:39 Syston station (SYS) | 0h14 | 21:53 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C59821 | On time 23:00 Syston station (SYS) | 0h09 | 23:09 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
C21234 | 6:24 Syston station (SYS) | 0h14 | 6:38 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21196 | 7:47 Syston station (SYS) | 0h16 | 8:03 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21191 | 8:48 Syston station (SYS) | 0h15 | 9:03 Loughborough station (LBO) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Syston to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 14m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 23:00 |
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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 Syston 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 Syston to Loughborough trains use the Syston to Loughborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Syston and Loughborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Syston is 1 km from Syston city centre. Public transport options include:
Syston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Occasions Tearooms
ATMs are available at Syston.
Available at Syston: Parking.
Available at Syston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on the station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, 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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