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Leicester to Loughborough Coach Timetable
Coach from Leicester to Loughborough: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity coaches per day from Leicester to Loughborough. Traveling by coach from Leicester to Loughborough usually takes around 29 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 20 minutes.
| Distance | 10 mi (16 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 20m |
| Cheapest price | £4.74 |
| Trips per day | 14 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |

What coach companies travel from Leicester to Loughborough?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Leicester to Loughborough. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 14 | 0h 29m | £4.74 |
Book National Express from Leicester to Loughborough from £5. There are 14 National Express schedules from Leicester to Loughborough and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Loughborough. In Leicester, National Express departs to Loughborough from Leicester St Margarets Bus Station and no other station. In Loughborough, National Express arrives at Loughborough University and 1 other station.
An average trip on National Express from Leicester to Loughborough takes 0 hours and 29 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Loughborough in 0 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 14 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Loughborough.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Leicester to Loughborough
The coach takes an average of 29 minutes to cover the 10 miles from Leicester to Loughborough. However, the fastest coach only takes 20 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 11:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Leicester to Loughborough, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled coaches that travel from Leicester to Loughborough every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Leicester to Loughborough without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Leicester to Loughborough; ticket prices start at £6.96.
City Information
Leicester

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Leicester, located in the county of Leicestershire in the East Midlands, is a city with much to explore. Leicester's cultural diversity and large student population mean the city is filled with a wide variety of experiences.
Leicester Cathedral and Belvoir Castle are a must-visit for those looking to discover the past. Leicester is also famous for being the final resting place of King Richard III, with a visitor centre built around the location to tell the story of one of the most famous monarchs in English history. For a broader look at history, try the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery to learn about the Mesozoic era as well as Ancient Egypt.
If your interests lie more in futuristic endeavours, visit the National Space Centre to take a trip through time and space. Leicester is also home to many traditional English pubs and quaint cafes, making it a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy the moment.
Leicester is easily accessible by train, with Leicester Rail Station serving East Midlands and Thameslink trains. St Margaret's Bus Station is located centrally and serves National Express coaches. If you're travelling from further afield, East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport are both close to Leicester.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Leicester?
Main departure station: Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Leicester.
All coach stations in Leicester:
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Loughborough?
Main arrival station: The Rushes - Bus Stop
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Loughborough.
Coach stations in Loughborough:
The Rushes - Bus Stop
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