4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Loughborough
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Loughborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Loughborough will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Loughborough without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Loughborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Loughborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. 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 bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Birmingham to Loughborough Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Birmingham to Loughborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Loughborough buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX151 · NX440 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 6:10 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 1 transfer | |
| NX151 · NX440 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 6:15 PM Loughborough, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX440 | 6:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 8:30 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX440 | 6:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h20 | 8:35 PM Loughborough, University | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, February 5 | |||||
| NX777 · NX440 | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:50 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 1 transfer | |
| NX183 · NX440 | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 11:55 AM Loughborough, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX440 | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 11:55 AM Loughborough, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX183 · NX440 | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:50 AM Loughborough, The Rushes | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX440 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 1:45 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX440 | 9:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 1:50 PM Loughborough, University | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX440 | 11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h10 | 3:55 PM Loughborough, The Rushes | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX440 | 11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 4:00 PM Loughborough, University | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Loughborough
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Buses from Birmingham to Loughborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€33) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:53, the last at 22:41. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€33) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 01:53 |
Last bus 22:41 |
FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Loughborough
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