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Kensington Olympia to Loughborough by train
| First train | 18:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:14 | |
| Departure station | Kensington Olympia | |
| Arrival station | Loughborough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 98 miles (158 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Kensington Olympia to Loughborough in 3 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Kensington Olympia to Loughborough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 13 minutes to travel the 98 miles (158 km) from Kensington Olympia to Loughborough by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to Loughborough. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Kensington Olympia to Loughborough in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Loughborough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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