4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Loughborough
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Loughborough will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 24 buses that leave London for Loughborough on Wed, Feb 04, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Loughborough buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX440 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h21 | 3:20 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX465 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h06 | 3:05 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| NX440 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 11:50 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:55 AM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 1:50 PM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:45 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 4:30 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 3:55 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h20 | 4:30 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 6:10 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 6:15 PM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 6:15 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h05 | 6:15 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 8:30 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 8:35 PM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 10:15 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 10:20 PM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:25 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h50 | 11:25 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:50 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 11:55 PM Loughborough, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 12:55 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h55 | 12:55 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Loughborough
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Buses from London to Loughborough run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 158 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between London to Loughborough with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Loughborough
With departures spread throughout the day at two-hour intervals, passengers will find coaches from London to Loughborough a great choice. Served by National Express, travellers can expect to arrive in as little as three hours. All departures are direct from London Victoria, arriving at The Rushes in Loughborough.
Which coach companies travel from London to Loughborough?
National Express is the sole provider of this service. As the name would suggest, National Express offer services across the whole of the UK. Whilst onboard, passengers can enjoy comfortable seating with plenty of leg room, air-conditioning and access to WiFi and charging sockets. Passengers can also bring two pieces of luggage, stored in the hold. All National Express journeys between London and Loughborough are direct with no changes along the way.
How long is the coach from London to Loughborough?
Journey time varies slightly depending on when passengers choose to travel. The shortest journey will take just over three hours, with longer journeys taking closer to four hours, accounting for traffic during peak travel times.
How many coaches are there from London to Loughborough?
Passengers can expect to choose from eight direct departures per day, with service regularity continuing over the weekend. Departures begin a little after 8:30 a.m. and continue at two-hour intervals, ceasing just after 8:30 p.m. One overnight service is available for any passengers that need to arrive in Loughborough in the early morning, departing at around midnight.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Loughborough?
Departure coach station: All coaches depart from London Victoria Coach Station. Centrally located, the station is easily accessible via the Victoria line underground as well as the District & Circle line. It is very close to the train station with excellent links around the country and is readily served by numerous bus routes from the city. Station facilities include waiting rooms, eateries, coffee shops, left luggage facilities, a cashpoint and restrooms.
Arrival coach station: Coaches to Loughborough terminate at The Rushes. Just a short four-minute walk from the centre of town, or a 10-minute walk from Loughborough Great Central station, onward travel is easy. The station is located next to the bustling shopping centre of the same name, where passengers can enjoy a wide range of shops, parking and dining options.
FAQs: Bus from London to Loughborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Loughborough by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Loughborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Loughborough
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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