Cities Near Loughborough
Cities near Loughborough, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Leicester, Nottingham, Derby. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Loughborough, UK is Leicester, about 9 mi (15 km) away — roughly 31 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 9 mi / 15 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nottingham | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Derby | 16 mi / 25 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Burton upon Trent | 19 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nuneaton | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tamworth | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mansfield | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Rugby | 27 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Coventry | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Corby | 28 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Loughborough
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Burton upon Trent, Nuneaton. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Loughborough include Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Burton upon Trent, Nuneaton. The closest is Leicester, about 9 miles (15 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.