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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Loughborough will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 24 buses that leave London for Loughborough every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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 coach for London to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £56 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 |
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Live departures
London to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Loughborough coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX440 | Delayed 16:50 08:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 13:40 13:40Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | Delayed 16:50 10:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 14:10 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 14:05 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | Delayed 16:50 12:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 16:35 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 16:30 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 16:25 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h15 | 16:25 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 18:35 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 18:05 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | Delayed 16:50 14:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 18:40 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h55 | 18:05 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h00 | 20:30 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | Delayed 16:50 16:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 20:35 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 22:15 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | On time 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 22:20 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 23:25 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h50 | 23:25 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 23:50 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | On time 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 23:55 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 00:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h45 | 00:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h21 | 03:20 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX465 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h06 | 03:05 Loughborough, The Rushes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| NX440 | 08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:55 Loughborough, University | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach 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: London to Loughborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Golders Green Station. When arriving in Loughborough, you can end your journey in coach stations like Loughborough, The Rushes, Loughborough, University and Loughborough, Holywell Way (Ashby Road).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Loughborough, The Rushes, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Loughborough
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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