Brighton to Loughborough by train

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Overview: trains from Brighton to Loughborough

Find the key information for travelling by train from Brighton 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 00:04 View journey
Last train 23:42 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 51m View journey
Distance (km) 229
Trains / day 59 View all
Cheapest journey US$170.65 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 22m
Train operators 7

Travelling by train from Brighton to Loughborough

Ready to travel from Brighton to Loughborough by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Brighton and Loughborough

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$171.30

  • 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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And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Brighton to Loughborough departure timetable

On this route, 59 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Brighton at 00:04 and the last leaving at 20:33 during the week.

For weekend travel to Loughborough, the earliest departure is at 00:04 and the last one is at 23:42. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 11 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Brighton and Loughborough

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 51 minutes, covering a total of 229 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Brighton and Loughborough

Tickets for travel between Brighton and Loughborough can be booked 4 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out 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 Brighton to Loughborough

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

The total distance between Brighton and Loughborough by train is 229 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.