How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Loughborough?

The cheapest coach tickets from Northampton to Loughborough start from £13. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Northampton to Loughborough?

The average bus journey time from Northampton to Loughborough is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 43 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Northampton to Loughborough route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Loughborough?

The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Loughborough at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.

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

A bus journey from Northampton to Loughborough produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Northampton to Loughborough?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Northampton to Loughborough?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Northampton to Loughborough?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Northampton to Loughborough?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Northampton to Loughborough on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:35	Northampton Grange Park	1h	02:35	Ashby Road	No tags
Bus	14:30	Northampton Grange Park	1h 5m	15:35	Ashby Road	No tags
Bus	20:50	Northampton Grange Park	1h	21:50	Ashby Road	No tags
Bus	17:30	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 45m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	17:25	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 50m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Loughborough. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

3h 5mAverage duration

43 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £25	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Loughborough?

Stops in Northampton

A
Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)
318 London Road (A508), Queen Eleanor Interchange (nr Parkfield Avenue), Northampton NN4
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B
Northampton Coach Station
1-3 Victoria St, Northampton NN1 3NR, UK
C
Greyfriars Bus Station
11 Bradshaw St, Northampton NN1 2HL, UK
D
Northampton Rothersthorpe
15A M1, Northampton NN4 9QY, 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

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4277 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £16

Megabus Northampton Loughborough recent customer reviews

I didn’t like how late it was , but part from that my first time on one it was good

Isabelle B.

6 June 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Northampton to Loughborough

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

How much is the bus ticket from Northampton to Loughborough?
The cheapest coach tickets from Northampton to Loughborough start from £13. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Northampton to Loughborough?
The average bus journey time from Northampton to Loughborough is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 43 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Northampton to Loughborough route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Northampton to Loughborough?
The earliest bus departs from Northampton to Loughborough at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Northampton to Loughborough?
A bus journey from Northampton to Loughborough produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Northampton to Loughborough?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Northampton to Loughborough?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Northampton to Loughborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Northampton to Loughborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Northampton to Loughborough was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £34 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Loughborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-30.