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What is the best way to travel from Loughborough to Leicester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Leicester from Loughborough. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 25m
£3
£3
14
Train
0h 10m
£6
£8
12

What is the cheapest way to reach Leicester from Loughborough?

You can reach Leicester with just £3 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £3
Wednesday
from £3
Thursday
Friday
from £3
Saturday
from £3
Sunday
from £3
Monday
from £3

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Loughborough
    University
    16:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Loughborough
    University
    18:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    11:32
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    11:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    11:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    12:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 24m
    0
    11:59
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    12:23
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    12:32
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    12:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    12:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    13:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    05:15
    Loughborough
    University
    05:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    07:10
    Loughborough
    University
    07:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Loughborough
    University
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 11m
    0
    06:31
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    06:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    06:48
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    06:58
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 23m
    0
    06:59
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    07:22
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    07:19
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    07:29
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    07:49
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    07:59
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    05:15
    Loughborough
    University
    05:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    07:10
    Loughborough
    University
    07:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Loughborough
    University
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    09:32
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    09:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £8
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    09:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    10:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £8
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 24m
    0
    09:59
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    10:23
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £8
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    08:20
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    08:30
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    08:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    09:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Loughborough
    University
    06:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    07:40
    Loughborough
    University
    08:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Loughborough
    University
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 25m
    0
    06:15
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    06:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    07:45
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    08:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    13:45
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    05:20
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    05:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    07:15
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    07:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    13:45
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

What are the fastest trips from Loughborough to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester from Loughborough in just 0h 10m with a Train from East Midlands Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 0h 10m
Wednesday
from 0h 10m
Thursday
Friday
from 0h 10m
Saturday
from 0h 35m
Sunday
from 0h 25m
Monday
from 0h 30m

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    11:32
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    11:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    11:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    12:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    12:32
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    12:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    12:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    13:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 24m
    0
    11:59
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    12:23
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £6

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Loughborough
    University
    18:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Loughborough
    University
    16:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    06:48
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    06:58
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    07:19
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    07:29
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    07:49
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    07:59
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 11m
    0
    06:31
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    06:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 23m
    0
    06:59
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    07:22
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    05:15
    Loughborough
    University
    05:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Loughborough
    University
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    07:10
    Loughborough
    University
    07:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    09:32
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    09:42
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £8
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    09:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    10:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £8
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    08:20
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    08:30
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 10m
    0
    08:53
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    09:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £9
  • East Midlands Railway
    0h 24m
    0
    09:59
    Loughborough
    Central Station
    10:23
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £8

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    05:15
    Loughborough
    University
    05:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Loughborough
    University
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 45m
    0
    07:10
    Loughborough
    University
    07:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Loughborough
    University
    06:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    07:40
    Loughborough
    University
    08:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Loughborough
    University
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    11:45
    Loughborough
    University
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Loughborough
    University
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 25m
    0
    06:15
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    06:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    07:45
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    08:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    13:45
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    05:20
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    05:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    09:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    10:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    11:50
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    12:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    13:45
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    14:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    07:15
    Loughborough
    The Rushes
    07:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £3
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Loughborough to Leicester

What are the most popular stations in Loughborough and Leicester?

In Loughborough, you will usually depart from University, The Rushes or Central Station, while in Leicester you will be arriving at Fosse Park, St. Margaret's Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Leicester from Loughborough? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Loughborough and Leicester, you can pay as low as £3 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from East Midlands Railway: you will get to Leicester in just 0h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Loughborough and Leicester are National Express and East Midlands Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Loughborough and Leicester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Barrow upon Soar or to Oadby, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at East Midlands Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Loughborough to Leicester?

The most popular companies between Loughborough and Leicester, are National Express and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: East Midlands Railway

All you need to know when you travel from Loughborough to Leicester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Loughborough to Leicester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Loughborough to Leicester

How can I reach Leicester from Loughborough?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Leicester from Loughborough.

How far is Leicester from Loughborough?

The distance between Loughborough and Leicester is 15.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Loughborough and Leicester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 0 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 3 kgs, and a flight 4 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Loughborough to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester with just £3 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Loughborough to Leicester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Leicester in just 0h 10m with a Train from East Midlands Railway.

More routes to Loughborough and to Leicester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Loughborough and to Leicester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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