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Loughborough to Rayleigh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Loughborough to Rayleigh, starting from €116.79 and averaging €116.79. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 40m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
15:52 2h 44m, Changes required Loughborough	18:36 Rayleigh		Find Tickets
15:54 3h 12m, Changes required Loughborough	19:06 Rayleigh		Find Tickets
16:53 2h 42m, Changes required Loughborough	19:35 Rayleigh		Find Tickets
16:54 3h 19m, Changes required Loughborough	20:13 Rayleigh		Find Tickets
17:32 3h 1m, Changes required Loughborough	20:33 Rayleigh	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
17:55 3h 1m, Changes required Loughborough	20:56 Paris		Find Tickets

Loughborough to Rayleigh Train Route Details

First train

04:22

Last train

22:41

Departure station

Loughborough

Arrival station

Rayleigh

Journey time

2h 40m

Distance

181 km

Price

€116.79*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Loughborough to Rayleigh

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Loughborough to Rayleigh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Loughborough to Rayleigh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Loughborough to Rayleigh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Loughborough to Rayleigh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Loughborough to Rayleigh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Loughborough to Rayleigh Train prices and times

Loughborough to Rayleigh Train Route Details