The average train between Chester and Loughborough takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 Chester and Loughborough. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Loughborough at 4:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chester to Loughborough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chester to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Derby station via Derby station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Chester to Loughborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Crewe station.
Chester to Loughborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.
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The distance between Chester and Loughborough is 122.7 km. The road distance is 140 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Crewe to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 1h 15m.