How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Loughborough start at R 172. The average price for this route is around R 234. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to Loughborough?

The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Loughborough is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 21 km. The fastest bus gets 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 8 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Loughborough at 08:52. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

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

A bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Nottingham to Loughborough from R 139 | Compare & Save up to 59%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:02	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 13m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	13:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	15:55	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:17	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 33m	23:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	13:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	15:55	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:02	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 13m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	12:05	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h	14:05	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:52	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 58m	23:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	13:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h	15:55	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 40m	23:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	13:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h	15:55	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	23:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	13:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	15:55	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Loughborough on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:17	Nottingham University, South Entrance (Stop UN04)	2h 33m	23:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 40m	22:15	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	11:50	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags
Bus	13:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	15:55	Loughborough Bus Stop (adj Southfields Park)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 21 minutes and with fares starting at just R 56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

21mAverage duration

19 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 172 - R 319	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 56 - R 476	Average duration21m	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

4/529 829 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29829 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 R 172

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Loughborough by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 172. The average price for this route is around R 234. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Loughborough is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 21 km. The fastest bus gets 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 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to Loughborough?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Loughborough at 08:52. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough?
A bus trip from Nottingham to Loughborough produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/01

R 149

06/01

R 149

Today

R 166

08/01

R 159

09/01

R 154

10/01

R 150

11/01

R 149

12/01

R 188

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Loughborough was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 149

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 R 149 to R 336 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 R 149, which is on 2026-01-11.