The average train between Bristol and Loughborough takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Loughborough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Loughborough. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Loughborough at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Loughborough station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Bristol to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Bristol to Loughborough train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Bristol and Loughborough is 174.2 km. The road distance is 234 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 2m.