The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
219 km
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 £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth for Loughborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 219 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.
3:058h50Portsmouth11:55Loughborough£171One-way0 changes
3:058h50Portsmouth11:55Loughborough£171One-way0 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 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 219 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Loughborough coaches for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:05 Portsmouth | 8h45 | 11:50 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:29 Portsmouth | 7h26 | 23:55 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Portsmouth to Loughborough coaches with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Loughborough
Buses from Portsmouth to Loughborough run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. 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 26m.
Distance 219 km |
Average bus duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 7h 26m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 20:53 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
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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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Loughborough
Most Portsmouth to Loughborough buses use the Portsmouth, University to Loughborough, The Rushes station pair, with some services arriving at Loughborough, University. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Loughborough bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at The Hard (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Portsmouth, International Port from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth, International Port is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth, International Port bus station facilities and services
Portsmouth, International Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the terminal (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth, International Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth, International Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth, International Port: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Loughborough, The Rushes from Loughborough city centre
Getting to Loughborough, University from Loughborough city centre
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