The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Nottingham will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 buses that leave Loughborough for Nottingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
05:202h15Loughborough07:35Nottingham£91One-way0 changes
15:452h20Loughborough18:05Nottingham£111One-way0 changes
09:502h40Loughborough12:30Nottingham£111One-way0 changes
05:202h15Loughborough07:35Nottingham£91One-way0 changes
15:452h20Loughborough18:05Nottingham£111One-way0 changes
09:502h40Loughborough12:30Nottingham£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Loughborough to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. 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 train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 21 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Loughborough to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Nottingham coaches for today, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX440 · NX183 | Delayed 12:45 06:45Loughborough, The Rushes | 2h05 | 08:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX230 | Delayed 12:45 08:50Loughborough, The Rushes | 2h35 | 11:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX150 | Delayed 12:45 10:50Loughborough, The Rushes | 2h05 | 12:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX230 | On time 12:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 2h55 | 15:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX230 | On time 14:45 Loughborough, The Rushes | 2h00 | 16:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX240 | On time 17:20 Loughborough, The Rushes | 1h55 | 19:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Loughborough to Nottingham 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, Kinchbus or Nottingham City Transport to find the best option for your trip from Loughborough to Nottingham.
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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, Kinchbus or Nottingham City Transport to find the best option for your trip from Loughborough to Nottingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Nottingham
Buses from Loughborough to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 21 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 21 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus, Nottingham City Transport from Loughborough to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to Nottingham with National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus, Nottingham City Transport 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 Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough and Nottingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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