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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Loughborough
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Loughborough will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton 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 208 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.
3:157h35Southampton10:50Loughborough£281One-way0 changes
- 3:157h35Southampton10:50Loughborough£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 208 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Loughborough coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:15 Southampton | 7h35 | 10:50 Loughborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Loughborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Loughborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 20:59. The fastest coach covers the 208 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 208 km |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 2:20 |
Last bus 20:59 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Loughborough with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Loughborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
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- 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 Southampton and Loughborough
Most Southampton to Loughborough buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Loughborough, The Rushes station pair, with some services arriving at Loughborough, University. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Loughborough bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do buses to Loughborough leave from?
Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre
Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library) from Southampton city centre
Getting to Southampton, University from Southampton city centre
Getting to Loughborough, The Rushes from Loughborough city centre
Getting to Loughborough, University from Loughborough city centre
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