Blackpool to Loughborough by train

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Overview: trains from Blackpool to Loughborough

Find the key information for travelling by train from Blackpool to Loughborough, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:33 View journey
Last train 21:40 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 7m View journey
Distance (km) 167
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey £70.60 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 9m
Train operators 8

Blackpool to Loughborough by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Blackpool to Loughborough? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 167 kilometres.

Train cost between Blackpool and Loughborough

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £70.60

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Blackpool to Loughborough departure frequency and train timetable

With 15 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 1 hour, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 03:33 and the last one is at 20:38. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:11, with the last one at 21:40.

Travel time and distance between Blackpool and Loughborough

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 7 minutes, covering a total of 167 kilometres.

When are tickets between Blackpool and Loughborough available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Blackpool and Loughborough can be purchased 3 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Loughborough

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Loughborough.

FAQs about the train journey from Blackpool to Loughborough

Want to know more about your journey from Blackpool to Loughborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Blackpool and Loughborough spans 167 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.