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Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Loughborough

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Loughborough from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£20
tomorrow
Thursday
£20
Friday
Saturday
£20
Sunday
£20
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 15m 12:15 Southampton Coach Station 20:30 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 8h 45m 13:30 Southampton Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 7h 20m 16:30 Southampton Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 7h 10m 08:45 Southampton Coach Station 15:55 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £21
National Express 8h 5m 10:05 Southampton Coach Station 18:10 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 10m
      0
      08:45
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      15:20
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 30m
      0
      15:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      15:55
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 16:30 Southampton Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 7h 35m 04:15 Southampton Coach Station 11:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £21
National Express 8h 5m 10:05 Southampton Coach Station 18:10 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £21
National Express 8h 10m 05:35 Southampton Coach Station 13:45 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £22
National Express 7h 10m 08:45 Southampton Coach Station 15:55 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 10m
      0
      08:45
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      15:20
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 30m
      0
      15:25
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      15:55
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 35m 04:15 Southampton Coach Station 11:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 7h 0m 06:45 Southampton Coach Station 13:45 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £22
National Express 6h 20m 17:30 Southampton Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £22
National Express 7h 30m 14:45 Southampton Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £23
National Express 7h 5m 10:45 Southampton Coach Station 17:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 0m
      0
      06:45
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      13:20
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      13:45
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 35m 04:15 Southampton Coach Station 11:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 7h 0m 06:45 Southampton Coach Station 13:45 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £20
National Express 7h 30m 14:45 Southampton Coach Station 22:15 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £21
National Express 6h 20m 17:30 Southampton Coach Station 23:50 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £21
National Express 7h 50m 12:15 Southampton Coach Station 20:05 Loughborough The Rushes  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Loughborough via Leicester, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 0m
      0
      06:45
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      13:20
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      13:45
      Loughborough
      The Rushes
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Southampton to Loughborough is £14 on 19/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Loughborough

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Loughborough are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Southampton to Loughborough. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Southampton and Loughborough.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 12 coaches from Southampton to Loughborough, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Loughborough, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Southampton to Loughborough

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Southampton to Loughborough in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Loughborough starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 6h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:45
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 207.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Loughborough

Every day, 7 buses from 1 coach companies leave Southampton for Loughborough: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Loughborough

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Loughborough, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £14, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Southampton to Loughborough. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Loughborough, with £14. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Loughborough

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Southampton 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 bus from Southampton 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 Southampton to Loughborough are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Loughborough

These are the most booked bus companies between Southampton to Loughborough from our users.

National Express from Southampton to Loughborough

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Southampton to Loughborough:

Cheapest Price £20
Fastest Coach 6h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:45
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 30/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Loughborough

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Southampton and Loughborough.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Loughborough

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Southampton to Loughborough? Or which bus companies serve the route Southampton to Loughborough? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Southampton to Loughborough bus

How much does a Southampton - Loughborough coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton - Loughborough bus trip is available from £14 and takes 8h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to Loughborough is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £36. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Southampton 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 Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Loughborough is provided by National Express and takes 6h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £22. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Loughborough?

The earliest bus to Loughborough departs from Southampton at 08:45. 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 Southampton to Loughborough?

The latest bus to Loughborough departs from Southampton at 19:00. 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 Southampton - Loughborough route?

Passengers looking to travel from Southampton 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 Southampton and Loughborough?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton 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 Southampton?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Loughborough on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Southampton to Loughborough?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Southampton and Loughborough. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Southampton to Loughborough?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Southampton and Loughborough change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Southampton and to Loughborough

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