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Leicester to Loughborough Bus Schedule
Bus from Leicester to Loughborough: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Leicester to Loughborough. Traveling by bus from Leicester to Loughborough usually takes around 29 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus 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 |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus 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.
| Bus | 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 trips per day offered by National Express 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 . In Loughborough, National Express arrives at The Rushes - Bus Stop and one 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. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Loughborough.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Leicester to Loughborough
The bus takes an average of 29 minutes to cover the 10 miles from Leicester to Loughborough. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Leicester to Loughborough, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled buses 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 buses 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 center 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 endeavors, 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 buses. If you're traveling from further afield, East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport are both close to Leicester.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Leicester?
Main departure station: Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Leicester.
All bus stations in Leicester:
Leicester St Margarets Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Loughborough?
Main arrival station: Loughborough University
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Loughborough.
All bus stations in Loughborough:
Loughborough University
The Rushes - Bus Stop
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