How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough start from $15. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The average bus travel time from Nottingham to Loughborough is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 19 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Loughborough route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Loughborough at 8:52am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough?

A bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough generates an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Nottingham to Loughborough starting at $14 | Compare & Save up to 51%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 40m	11:50pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	8:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	10:15pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	1:55pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h	3:55pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	11:50pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	8:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	10:15pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	3:55pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	11:50pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	8:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	10:15pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	3:55pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	11:50pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	8:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	10:15pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	3:55pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	11:50pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	8:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	10:15pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	3:55pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Loughborough on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	10:15pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50am	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h	2:05pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h	2:05pm	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Nottingham to Loughborough

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

20mAverage Duration

19 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $23	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $40	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Loughborough?

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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Stops in Loughborough

A
Loughborough Bus Stop (Amber Rooms)
15 The Rushes, Loughborough LE11 5BE, UK
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B
Loughborough University Bus Stop (adj Ashby Grove)
199 Ashby Road, Loughborough LE11 3AD
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,765 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29765 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $15

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Loughborough by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough start from $15. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The average bus travel time from Nottingham to Loughborough is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 19 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Loughborough route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Loughborough at 8:52am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough?
A bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough generates an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-12

$16

12-13

$16

Today

$14

12-15

$15

12-16

$14

12-17

$15

12-18

$15

12-19

$17

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Loughborough was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $28 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-16.