How far is Leicester from Loughborough by coach?

The journey from Loughborough to Leicester by coach covers an approximate distance of 10 miles (15 km).

Is there a way to reach Leicester from Loughborough without a car?

You can reach Leicester from Loughborough by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Loughborough to Leicester from £4 | Compare & Save up to 41%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Loughborough to Leicester on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:20	Loughborough Bus Stop (Amber Rooms)	30m	18:50	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:20	Loughborough Bus Stop (Amber Rooms)	30m	18:50	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:15	Loughborough University Bus Stop (adj Ashby Grove)	35m	18:50	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:15	Loughborough University Bus Stop (adj Ashby Grove)	35m	18:50	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 16:18 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Loughborough to Leicester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26train per day

15mAverage duration

11 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £15	Average duration15m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29708 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £5

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Where are the popular stops in Loughborough and Leicester?

Stops in Loughborough

A - Loughborough University Bus Stop (adj Ashby Grove)

B - Loughborough Bus Stop (Amber Rooms)

Stops in Leicester

A - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station

B - Leicester

C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound

D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Loughborough to Leicester

How far is Leicester from Loughborough by coach?
The journey from Loughborough to Leicester by coach covers an approximate distance of 10 miles (15 km).
Is there a way to reach Leicester from Loughborough without a car?
You can reach Leicester from Loughborough by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

£4

11/11

£4

Today

£4

13/11

£4

14/11

£4

15/11

No data

16/11

No data

17/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Loughborough to Leicester was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £6 for a bus ticket from Loughborough to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-17.