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Which bus from Derby to Loughborough is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Derby to Loughborough. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£6
tomorrow
£8
Sunday
£8
Monday
£8
Tuesday
£6
Wednesday
£8
Thursday
£8

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 40m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:20 Loughborough University  Economy £6
National Express 3h 0m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:55 Loughborough University  Economy £6
National Express 2h 35m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 2h 55m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 25m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Loughborough University  Economy £9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 0m 19:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:20 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 3h 25m 20:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:55 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 2h 55m 19:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 20m 20:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 25m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Loughborough University  Economy £9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 50m
      0
      09:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      10:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      11:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      11:50
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 0m 19:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:20 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 3h 25m 20:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:55 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 2h 55m 19:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 20m 20:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 25m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Loughborough University  Economy £9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 50m
      0
      09:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      10:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      11:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      11:50
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 40m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:20 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 3h 0m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:55 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 2h 35m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 2h 55m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 25m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Loughborough University  Economy £9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 50m
      0
      09:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      10:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      11:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      11:50
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 40m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:20 Loughborough University  Economy £6
National Express 3h 0m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:55 Loughborough University  Economy £6
National Express 2h 35m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £6
National Express 2h 55m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £6
National Express 3h 25m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:55 Loughborough University  Economy £9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 35m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 2h 55m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 3h 20m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £9
National Express 3h 50m 12:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 15:55 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 50m
      0
      09:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      10:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      11:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      11:50
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 35m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 2h 55m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £8
National Express 2h 40m 19:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:20 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 3h 0m 20:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:55 Loughborough University  Economy £8
National Express 3h 20m 08:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 50m
      0
      09:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      10:25
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      11:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      11:50
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Derby to Loughborough is £6 on 05/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Derby and Loughborough?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Derby to Loughborough. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Derby to Loughborough. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Derby and Loughborough.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 26 coaches from Derby to Loughborough, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Derby and Loughborough, with 13 offers.

All facts for Derby to Loughborough bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 7 times by bus from Derby to Loughborough in one click. Book your Derby to Loughborough bus ticket starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 2h 35m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Latest Coach 20:55
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 24.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Derby to Loughborough?

Every day, 7 buses from 1 coach companies leave Derby for Loughborough. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£8
Saturday 06/12
£8
Sunday 07/12
£8
Monday 08/12
£8
Tuesday 09/12
£6
Wednesday 10/12
£8
Thursday 11/12
£8
Friday 12/12
Saturday 13/12
Sunday 14/12
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£9
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Loughborough

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Loughborough, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to Loughborough. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Loughborough, with £6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Loughborough

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Derby to Loughborough in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Derby to Loughborough, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Derby to Loughborough are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Loughborough

Here is a map with all coach stations in Derby and Loughborough. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Derby to Loughborough? Compare all modes of transports from Derby to Loughborough.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Derby to Loughborough

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Derby to Loughborough. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Derby to Loughborough bus

How much does a Derby Loughborough coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Derby Loughborough bus trip is available from £6 and takes 2h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Derby to Loughborough?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £9. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Loughborough.

How many connections are available for the Derby Loughborough route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Derby to Loughborough is offered by roughly 7 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Loughborough from Derby take?

The quickest coach from Derby to Loughborough is provided by National Express and takes 2h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £8. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to Loughborough?

The earliest bus to Loughborough departs from Derby at 08:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Derby to Loughborough?

The latest bus to Loughborough departs from Derby at 20:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Derby Loughborough route?

Passengers looking to travel from Derby to Loughborough can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Loughborough?

You can check all the direct connections between Derby and Loughborough by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Loughborough from Derby?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Derby Loughborough bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Derby Loughborough bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Derby to Loughborough on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Derby to Loughborough

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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