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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 06 Apr

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

5 h 53 m

Average duration

6 h 23 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swindon to Loughborough will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.

Fast coaches

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

  • National Express
    5:255h53
    Swindon
    11:18Loughborough
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    8:056h43
    Swindon
    14:48Loughborough
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    10:156h08
    Swindon
    16:23Loughborough
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    12:456h33
    Swindon
    19:18Loughborough
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    17:106h40
    Swindon
    23:50Loughborough
    £551One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swindon to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £100.

Distance: 140 km

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Coach
Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£100

Average Price

6h 19m

Average total duration

5h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

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30m

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Live departures

Swindon to Loughborough bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Loughborough coaches for today, Sunday 5 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express12:45 Swindon
6h03
18:48 Loughborough2 changes
national_express15:15 Swindon
6h05
21:20 Loughborough2 changes
Monday 6 April
national_express5:25 Swindon
5h53
11:18 Loughborough2 changes
national_express8:05 Swindon
6h43
14:48 Loughborough2 changes
national_express10:15 Swindon
6h08
16:23 Loughborough2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Swindon to Loughborough by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swindon to Loughborough

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Buses from Swindon to Loughborough run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 20:35. The fastest coach covers the 140 km distance in 7h 0m.

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
140 km
Average bus duration
5h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
18
Fastest bus
7h 0m
First bus
3:15
Last bus
20:35
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 Swindon to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Loughborough with National Express for as low as £17. 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 0m
Cheapest Price
£27
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: Swindon to Loughborough coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Loughborough can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swindon to Loughborough is £25; 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 Swindon to Loughborough is 7h 0m to travel the 140 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 Swindon to Loughborough leaves at 3:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swindon to Loughborough leaves at 20:35.
There are 18 coaches a day from Swindon 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 Swindon 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 Swindon and Loughborough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Loughborough from Swindon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swindon to Loughborough is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and Loughborough including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swindon to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swindon to Loughborough for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swindon 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 Swindon to Loughborough.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swindon 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 Swindon to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swindon to Loughborough.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swindon to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swindon to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swindon to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Loughborough

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Loughborough
The major coach station for departures in Swindon is Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) for your trip from Swindon to Loughborough.
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