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It takes an average of 7h 19m to travel from Southampton Central to Loughborough by train, over a distance of around 130 miles (209 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Loughborough and tickets for this journey start from £65.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:35 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Loughborough | |
| Journey time | From 4h 11m | |
| Distance | 130 miles (209 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £65.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Southampton Central to Loughborough by train
Looking to travel from Southampton Central to Loughborough by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 19 minutes to travel from Southampton Central to Loughborough by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 130 miles (209 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Loughborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway to get to Loughborough. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Southampton Central to Loughborough in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £65.90.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Loughborough?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.