4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Derby
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Derby will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Loughborough for Derby every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest buses will take 57 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 Loughborough to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Derby 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 31m. 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 £2.
Distance: 25 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Loughborough to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Derby coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX440 · NX196 | Delayed 13:40 05:15Loughborough, University | 3h00 | 08:15 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | On time 13:40 Loughborough, University | 3h40 | 17:20 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | 13:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 3h35 | 17:20 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | On time 15:40 Loughborough, University | 3h10 | 18:50 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | 15:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 3h05 | 18:50 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | On time 18:15 Loughborough, University | 4h15 | 22:30 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | 18:20 Loughborough, The Rushes | 4h10 | 22:30 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Loughborough to Derby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:49, the last at 22:58. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 57m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 57m |
First bus 03:49 |
Last bus 22:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus from Loughborough to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to Derby with National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Loughborough to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Derby 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 Derby, 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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