The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Loughborough will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 3 buses that leave Northampton for Loughborough 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 61 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 46 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 Northampton to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £23, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Northampton to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Loughborough coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:30 Northampton | 4h45 | 21:15 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 14 February | |||||
![]() | 04:14 Northampton | 2h15 | 06:29 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:43 Northampton | 2h46 | 07:29 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Loughborough
Buses from Northampton to Loughborough run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 20:40. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 20:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Northampton to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Loughborough with Megabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Northampton to Loughborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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.
- 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.
- 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).
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- 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.
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