What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Loughborough?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Loughborough is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Loughborough?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Loughborough is to train which takes 8 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Loughborough?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Margaret's Bus Station station and arriving at High Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Loughborough?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Loughborough (Leics). Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Loughborough?

The distance between Leicester and Loughborough is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Leicester to Loughborough without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Loughborough?

The train from Leicester to Loughborough (Leics) takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Loughborough bus from?

Leicester to Loughborough bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Loughborough train from?

Leicester to Loughborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Leicester to Loughborough is to train which takes 8 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Leicester to Loughborough bus arrive?

Leicester to Loughborough bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at High Street station.

Where does the Leicester to Loughborough train arrive?

Leicester to Loughborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Loughborough (Leics) station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Loughborough is 11 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Leicester to Loughborough.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Loughborough?

Book your Leicester to Loughborough train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Loughborough?

Book your Leicester to Loughborough bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Loughborough.

Can I share a ride from Leicester to Loughborough?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester and Loughborough. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leicester to Loughborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Loughborough by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Loughborough (Leics)train London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
8 min
£6–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to High Streetbus Sky
33 min
£1–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Leicestershire to Loughboroughrideshare 11.9 mi
33 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Loughboroughtaxi 10.8 mi
15 min
£35–45
Drive 10.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Loughboroughcar 10.8 mi
15 min
£3–4

Leicester to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Loughborough, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Leicester to Loughborough (Leics) every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Kinchbus operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to High Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 33 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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