How to travel from Loughborough to Bristol

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Compare train and bus for Loughborough to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €44.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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€44

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€49

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2h 53m

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2h 23m

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5h 50m

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2h 35m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Loughborough to Bristol is a bus with an average price of €23.

This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough to Bristol:

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough to Bristol costing on average €44.

The fastest way to travel from Loughborough to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Loughborough and Bristol including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Loughborough to Bristol among Omio's users.

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from Loughborough to Bristol

How to get from Loughborough to Bristol by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Loughborough to Bristol is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 AM6h45
    Loughborough, The Rushes
    4:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    541One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 AM6h45
    Loughborough, The Rushes
    4:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    541One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • East Midlands RailwayW70954+CrossCountryW29867 · W29865
    9:47 AM3h20
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    1:07 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    1291One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayC21563+CrossCountryW29872 · W29870
    10:47 AM3h20
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    2:07 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    1291One-way
    2 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01146 · G01143+East Midlands RailwayW70949
    8:47 AM3h20
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    12:07 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    1291One-way
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayW70954+CrossCountryW29867
    9:47 AM3h45
    Loughborough station (LBO)
    1:32 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    1291One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:45 AM7h35
    Loughborough, The Rushes
    2:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    591One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Loughborough to Bristol

Travel to Bristol easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Loughborough to Bristol.

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There are 2 options to travel between Loughborough and Bristol including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Loughborough to Bristol is a bus with an average price of €23.

This is compared to other travel options from Loughborough to Bristol:

A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Loughborough to Bristol costing on average €44.

The fastest way to travel from Loughborough to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 50m.

The distance from Loughborough to Bristol is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Loughborough to Bristol is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Loughborough and Bristol as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Loughborough to Bristol:
  • Trains mostly depart from Loughborough station (LBO) and arrive in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Loughborough, The Rushes and arrive in Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Loughborough to Bristol, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Kinchbus to go to Bristol by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains to go to Bristol by train.
Omio customers who travel from Loughborough to Bristol often also extend their vacation to go to London, Cardiff, Bath, Manchester, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bristol and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bristol to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bristol, you can visit the Bristol Zoo Gardens for diverse animal exhibits and take a boat tour along the River Avon for unique city views. Explore vibrant street art in the Stokes Croft area and visit the Arnolfini for contemporary arts exhibitions. Enjoy Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower. Don't miss the Clifton Suspension Bridge for panoramic views of the Avon Gorge and the Bristol Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Explore the SS Great Britain, a restored passenger steamship and museum, and the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery for diverse collections. St Nicholas Market offers a vibrant experience with food stalls and local crafts.
To fully experience Bristol, including its historic sites, vibrant arts scene, and nearby attractions, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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