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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 86 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£33 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Bedford to Loughborough, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bedford to Loughborough:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bedford to Loughborough costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 38m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (52m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £17 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.
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.
How to get to Loughborough from Bedford by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bedford to Loughborough is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Loughborough are Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Birmingham and Sheffield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Loughborough on Omio.
Leicester is known for its diverse communities, rich history and strong connection to Richard III. Roman roots, a lively market and a varied food scene give the city a practical, friendly feel.
Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood legend, its lace-making past and a lively student atmosphere. The compact city blends Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market with independent shops, music and strong sporting traditions.
Derby is an East Midlands city known for rail heritage, advanced engineering and a centre with Georgian and Victorian character. The Silk Mill and Cathedral Quarter connect its Industrial Revolution past with a practical, easy-going atmosphere.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Travel to Loughborough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bedford to Loughborough.
This is compared to other travel options from Bedford to Loughborough:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bedford to Loughborough costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Loughborough take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 38m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bedford and Loughborough as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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