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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Loughborough will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester 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 15 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 15 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Loughborough coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:30 Leicester | 0h20 | 23:50 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Leicester to Loughborough coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, Centrebus, Kinchbus or Arriva Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Loughborough.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, Centrebus, Kinchbus or Arriva Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Loughborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Loughborough.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Loughborough
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Buses from Leicester to Loughborough run on average 12 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 15 km distance in 20m.
Distance 15 km |
Average bus duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Centrebus, Kinchbus, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Loughborough with National Express, Megabus, Centrebus, Kinchbus, Arriva Midlands for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Leicester to Loughborough
Buses from Leicester to Loughborough are operated by National Express Services. The short journey of 0.5 hours is direct with eight departures a day. The first bus leaves at just before 11:30 a.m. and the last departure is shortly after 11:00 p.m. The same timetable operates seven days a week.
What are the departure and arrival points for buses from Leicester to Loughborough?
Departure Station:Buses from Leicester to Loughborough leave from St Margaret's Bus Station. This is within an easy walk of the city centre and 15 minutes walk from the mainline station. St Margaret's Bus Station has a car park and a taxi rank and is served by local buses operated by First Leicester and Arriva.
Arrival Station:Buses from Leicester to Loughborough arrive at bus interchange adjacent to The Rushes Shopping Centre. This is in the heart of the town centre and within ten minutes walk of Loughborough Train Station. The Rushes has a large car park and a taxi rank as well as being served by several local bus routes.
FAQs: Leicester to Loughborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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