How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough start at $5. The average price for this train route is around $19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The average train trip from Nottingham to Loughborough takes 20m and covers 16 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Loughborough route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Loughborough departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:54pm.

Train Nottingham to Loughborough from $4

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:35am	Beeston	19m	9:54am	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18pm	Beeston	13m	3:31pm	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18pm	Beeston	13m	3:31pm	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	3:23pm	Beeston	28m	3:51pm	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	3:23pm	Beeston	28m	3:51pm	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:27am	Nottingham	25m	7:52am	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:18am	Beeston	13m	9:31am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Beeston	26m	7:49am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:23am	Beeston	26m	7:49am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:33am	Beeston	19m	7:52am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18pm	Beeston	13m	3:31pm	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:18am	Beeston	13m	9:31am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Beeston	26m	7:49am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:23am	Beeston	26m	7:49am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:33am	Beeston	19m	7:52am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18pm	Beeston	13m	3:31pm	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Beeston	13m	7:31am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:18am	Beeston	13m	7:31am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:32am	Beeston	19m	7:51am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:32am	Beeston	19m	7:51am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:31am	Beeston	13m	9:44am	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Beeston	13m	8:40am	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	8:27am	Beeston	13m	8:40am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	8:41am	Beeston	33m	9:14am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	8:41am	Beeston	33m	9:14am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:27am	Nottingham	25m	7:52am	Loughborough Railway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:12pm	Nottingham	19m	3:31pm	Loughborough Railway Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	33m	7:49am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Nottingham	33m	7:49am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags
Train	8:24am	Nottingham	26m	8:50am	Loughborough Railway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Nottingham to Loughborough

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23train per day

20mAverage Duration

16 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $23	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $40	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Train companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Loughborough by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough start at $5. The average price for this train route is around $19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The average train trip from Nottingham to Loughborough takes 20m and covers 16 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Loughborough route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Loughborough departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:54pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-01

$18

12-02

$18

Today

$8

12-04

$7

12-05

$7

12-06

$5

12-07

$6

12-08

$7

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Loughborough was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $38 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-06.

What's the cheapest way to go from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 15m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time20m	Avg Price$19	Daily Departures23

The best way to travel between Nottingham and Loughborough is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $19 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $5. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Loughborough, choose the train, as it will take you from Nottingham to Loughborough in about 20m —that's the fastest way to get there!