Portsmouth to Loughborough bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 31 Mar

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

5 h 43 m

Average duration

6 h 30 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

219 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Portsmouth to Loughborough will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.

Fast coaches

To travel from Portsmouth to Loughborough you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • National Express
    05:355h43
    Portsmouth
    11:18Loughborough
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    09:207h03
    Portsmouth
    16:23Loughborough
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    12:556h23
    Portsmouth
    19:18Loughborough
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    16:106h10
    Portsmouth
    22:20Loughborough
    £541One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    20:107h10
    Portsmouth
    03:20Loughborough
    £541One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Portsmouth to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £62.

Distance: 219 km

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Train

£32

Average Price

Cheapest

£103

Average Price

6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 30m

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30m

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National Express

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Southern

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Live departures

Portsmouth to Loughborough bus times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Loughborough coaches for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express16:29 Portsmouth
7h26
23:55 Loughborough0 changesdirect
Tuesday 31 March
national_express05:35 Portsmouth
5h43
11:18 Loughborough2 changes
national_express09:20 Portsmouth
7h03
16:23 Loughborough2 changes
national_express12:55 Portsmouth
6h23
19:18 Loughborough2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Loughborough

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Buses from Portsmouth to Loughborough run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 20:53. The fastest coach covers the 219 km distance in 7h 16m.

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
219 km
Average bus duration
5h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
7h 16m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
20:53
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 Portsmouth to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Loughborough with National Express for as low as £16. 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
7h 16m
Cheapest Price
£16
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.

FAQs: Portsmouth to Loughborough coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Portsmouth to Loughborough can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Portsmouth to Loughborough is £32; 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 Portsmouth to Loughborough is 7h 16m to travel the 219 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 Portsmouth to Loughborough leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough leaves at 20:53.
There are 15 coaches a day from Portsmouth to Loughborough which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Loughborough. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Portsmouth and Loughborough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Loughborough from Portsmouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Loughborough including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Portsmouth to Loughborough 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 Portsmouth to Loughborough.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Portsmouth to Loughborough:
  • 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 Portsmouth to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Portsmouth to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Loughborough

Portsmouth
Loughborough
The major coach station for departures in Portsmouth is Portsmouth, University. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth, University for your trip from Portsmouth to Loughborough.
Portsmouth, University
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
The Hard
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at The Hard (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Wharf Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the terminal (in the station)
  • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Portsmouth, International Port
  • Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour

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