Loughborough to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 06 Mar

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

3 h 5 m

Average duration

3 h 29 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Loughborough to Birmingham will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

To travel from Loughborough to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX440 · NX183
18:153h10
Loughborough, University
21:25Birmingham, Coach Station
£141One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX440 · NX183
18:203h05
Loughborough, The Rushes
21:25Birmingham, Coach Station
£141One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX440 · NX777
15:404h20
Loughborough, University
20:00Birmingham, Coach Station
£161One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX440 · NX777
09:453h45
Loughborough, University
13:30Birmingham, Coach Station
£161One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX440 · NX777
15:454h15
Loughborough, The Rushes
20:00Birmingham, Coach Station
£161One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Loughborough to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 57 km

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Most popular
Train

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£29

Average Price

2h 21m

Average total duration

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Loughborough to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Birmingham coaches for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX440 · NX150
On time
07:10 Loughborough, University
3h50
11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX15007:15 Loughborough, The Rushes
3h45
11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX777
On time
09:45 Loughborough, University
3h45
13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX77709:50 Loughborough, The Rushes
3h40
13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX777
On time
11:45 Loughborough, University
4h25
16:10 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX77711:50 Loughborough, The Rushes
4h20
16:10 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX777
On time
15:40 Loughborough, University
4h20
20:00 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX77715:45 Loughborough, The Rushes
4h15
20:00 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX183
On time
18:15 Loughborough, University
3h10
21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX18318:20 Loughborough, The Rushes
3h05
21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change

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Why should you book Loughborough to Birmingham coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Loughborough to Birmingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Birmingham

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Buses from Loughborough to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 22:22. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 2h 55m.

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
57 km
Average bus duration
1h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
2h 55m
First bus
04:20
Last bus
22:22
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 Loughborough to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £8. 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
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£8
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Loughborough to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Loughborough to Birmingham can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Loughborough to Birmingham is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Loughborough to Birmingham is 2h 55m to travel the 57 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Loughborough to Birmingham leaves at 4:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Loughborough to Birmingham leaves at 22:22.
There are 8 coaches a day from Loughborough to Birmingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Loughborough to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Loughborough and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Birmingham from Loughborough is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Loughborough to Birmingham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Loughborough and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Loughborough to Birmingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Loughborough to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Loughborough to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Loughborough to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

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