Bournemouth to Loughborough bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£34

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

7 h 25 m

Average duration

7 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

232 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Loughborough will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for Loughborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.

National Express
15:307h25
Bournemouth
22:55Loughborough
£341One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 232 km

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Train

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

£118

Average Price

6h 37m

Average total duration

6h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 48m

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30m

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South Western Railway

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Live departures

Bournemouth to Loughborough bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:30 Bournemouth
8h05
19:35 Loughborough0 changesdirect
national_express15:15 Bournemouth
7h40
22:55 Loughborough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Loughborough

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Buses from Bournemouth to Loughborough run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
232 km
Average bus duration
6h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
6h 35m
First bus
02:15
Last bus
20:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Loughborough with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 35m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bournemouth to Loughborough coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Bournemouth to Loughborough with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Loughborough can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Loughborough is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bournemouth to Loughborough coach time is 6 h 35 min   covering the 144 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough leaves at 02: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough leaves at 21: 10.
There are 13 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Loughborough which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Bournemouth to Loughborough you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Bournemouth and Loughborough on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Loughborough from Bournemouth including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Loughborough.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Loughborough

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    The major coach station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Loughborough.
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