The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Loughborough will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sheffield 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 71 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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 Sheffield to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 71 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Sheffield to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Loughborough coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:00 Sheffield | 3h15 | 22:15 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Sheffield to Loughborough coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Loughborough.
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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 National Express to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Loughborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Loughborough.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Loughborough
Buses from Sheffield to Loughborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 71 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 71 km |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Sheffield to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Loughborough with Megabus, National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Loughborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
- 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 Sheffield and Loughborough
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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