London to Loughborough bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Loughborough

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

$15

Average price

$26

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 55 m

Buses per day

24

Distance

158 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Loughborough will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $15.

Fast coaches

Of the 24 buses that leave London for Loughborough every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.

National ExpressNX440
10:30AM3h20
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:50PMLoughborough, University
$151One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX440
12:30PM3h30
London, Victoria Coach Station
04:00PMLoughborough, University
$181One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
01:10PM3h20
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
04:30PMLoughborough, The Rushes
$191One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
12:30PM4h00
London, Victoria Coach Station
04:30PMLoughborough, The Rushes
$191One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
03:10PM3h05
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
06:15PMLoughborough, The Rushes
$201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Loughborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $27.

Distance: 158 km

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$19

Average Price

Cheapest

$68

Average Price

3h 15m

Average total duration

2h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

London to Loughborough bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Loughborough coaches for today, Friday, 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 12:36 pm
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX4402:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
6:35 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h45
6:15 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:10 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
3h05
6:15 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
national_expressNX4404:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
4h00
8:30 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
national_expressNX4407:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
10:15 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
11:25 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:35 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h50
11:25 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
national_expressNX4409:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
2h50
11:50 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
12:55 am Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:00 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
2h55
12:55 am Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
national_expressNX44011:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h21
3:20 am Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
national_expressNX46511:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h06
3:05 am Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
Saturday, 21 March
national_expressNX440
Delayed
8:50 am 8:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
11:50 am Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
Delayed
8:50 am 8:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
11:55 am Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
10:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
1:50 pm Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
10:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
1:45 pm Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
12:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
4:00 pm Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
4h00
4:30 pm Loughborough, The Rushes0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
12:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
3:55 pm Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
2:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
5:50 pm Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
2:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
5:55 pm Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
4:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
8:10 pm Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
4:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
8:05 pm Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
7:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
10:15 pm Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
7:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
10:20 pm Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
9:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
2h50
11:50 pm Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
9:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
11:55 pm Loughborough, University
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
On time
11:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
3h21
3:20 am Loughborough, The Rushes
0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London to Loughborough coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Megabus or FlixBus offer coaches services from London to Loughborough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Loughborough.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Loughborough.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Loughborough.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Loughborough.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Loughborough.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Loughborough

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Buses from London to Loughborough run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.

There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 2h 45m.

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
158 km
Average bus duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$10
Buses per day
19
Direct buses
18
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
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, Megabus, FlixBus from London to LoughboroughYou can travel by bus between London to Loughborough with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
$10
FlixBus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
$14
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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
$26
Megabus frequency
4 a day

FAQs: London to Loughborough coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Loughborough can start from as little as $10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Loughborough is $19; 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 London to Loughborough is 2h 45m to travel the 158 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Loughborough leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Loughborough leaves at 11:45 pm.
Yes, there are 18 direct coaches a day from London to Loughborough with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Loughborough, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Loughborough. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Loughborough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Loughborough from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Loughborough is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Loughborough including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Loughborough for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 London to Loughborough.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Loughborough:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London to Loughborough. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Loughborough with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Loughborough

London
Loughborough
The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Loughborough.
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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
22 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great South West Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
  • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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