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Derby to Loughborough Bus Schedule
Bus from Derby to Loughborough: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Derby to Loughborough. Traveling by bus from Derby to Loughborough usually takes around 3 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (25 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 45m |
| Cheapest price | CA$18.81 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Derby to Loughborough?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Derby to Loughborough. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 3h 23m | CA$20.70 |
Book National Express from Derby to Loughborough from CA$19. There are 2 trips per day offered by National Express from Derby to Loughborough and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Loughborough. In Derby, National Express departs to Loughborough from The Cock Pitt - Bus Station . In Loughborough, National Express arrives at The Rushes - Bus Stop and one other station.
An average trip on National Express from Derby to Loughborough takes 3 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Loughborough in 2 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Loughborough.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Derby to Loughborough
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 15 miles from Derby to Loughborough. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Derby to Loughborough at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00am. To see the times for all buses from Derby to Loughborough, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Derby to Loughborough. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Derby to Loughborough; ticket prices start at CA$16.25.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Derby?
Main departure station: The Cock Pitt - Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Derby.
All bus stations in Derby:
The Cock Pitt - Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Loughborough?
Main arrival station: The Rushes - Bus Stop
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Loughborough.
All bus stations in Loughborough:
The Rushes - Bus Stop
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