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Outbound fromLoughborough to Gloucester by train
It takes an average of 3h 53m to travel from Loughborough to Gloucester by train, over a distance of around 77 miles (124 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Loughborough to Gloucester and tickets for this journey start from £74 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:57 | |
| Departure station | Loughborough | |
| Arrival station | Gloucester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 9m | |
| Distance | 77 miles (124 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £74 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Loughborough to Gloucester
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The train from Loughborough to Gloucester usually takes 3 hours 53 minutes on average to travel 77 miles (124 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 9 minutes. You can expect to find 32 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Gloucester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Loughborough to Gloucester if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £74.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Loughborough to Gloucester
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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