Brighton to Loughborough bus with National Express

Thu 27 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

8 h 24 m

Average duration

8 h 27 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

228 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Loughborough will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Loughborough every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 8 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 24 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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
04:418h24
Brighton
13:05Loughborough
£241One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:358h30
Brighton
13:05Loughborough
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 228 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

7h 13m

Average total duration

6h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 46m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Brighton to Loughborough bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Loughborough coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 03:55Brighton
7h55
11:50 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
09:12 04:00Brighton, Preston Circus
7h50
11:50 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 05:35Brighton
8h10
13:45 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
09:12 05:41Brighton, Preston Circus
8h04
13:45 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 08:05Brighton
7h50
15:55 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
09:12 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
7h43
15:55 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 10:05Brighton
8h05
18:10 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
On time
10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
7h58
18:10 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 12:05Brighton
8h25
20:30 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
On time
12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
8h18
20:30 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 13:55Brighton
8h20
22:15 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
On time
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
8h13
22:15 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
Delayed
22:45 16:05Brighton
7h45
23:50 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX440
On time
16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
7h38
23:50 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX465
Delayed
22:45 19:30Brighton
7h35
03:05 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX465
On time
19:37 Brighton, Preston Circus
7h28
03:05 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX230
Delayed
22:45 20:40Brighton
7h30
04:10 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX230
On time
20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
7h23
04:10 Loughborough, The Rushes
1 change
Friday 28 November
national_express04:35 Brighton
8h30
13:05 Loughborough0 changesdirect
national_express04:41 Brighton
8h24
13:05 Loughborough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Loughborough

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Buses from Brighton to Loughborough run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 7h 40m.

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
228 km
Average bus duration
6h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
7h 40m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
23:45
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 Brighton to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Loughborough with National Express for as low as £22. 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
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
18 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: Brighton to Loughborough coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Loughborough by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Loughborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Loughborough can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Loughborough is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Brighton and Loughborough is on average 7 h 34 min   for the 141 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Brighton and Loughborough by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Loughborough leaves at 02: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Loughborough leaves at 22: 57.
There are 13 coaches a day from Brighton to Loughborough which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Brighton to Loughborough coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Loughborough from Brighton to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Loughborough by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel between Brighton and Loughborough 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Loughborough has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Loughborough needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Loughborough.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Loughborough

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