Travelling from Reading to Loughborough by train

Want to know how to get from Reading to Loughborough by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Reading to Loughborough take around 2 hours and 24 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 148 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Reading is scheduled to depart at around  03:54. The last departure is usually at around 21:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Reading at around 06:20, with the last train leaving at around 21:29. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 80 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £43.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Loughborough, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Loughborough.

Is there a direct train from Reading to Loughborough?

The journey between Reading and Loughborough usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Reading to Loughborough every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Reading to Loughborough?

The Reading to Loughborough train travel takes about 2 hours and 24 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Reading to Loughborough train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Loughborough leaving Reading at around 03:54 and the last train leaving at around 21:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Reading at around 06:20, with the final departure at 21:29.