What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Aumberry Gap via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Loughborough?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Loughborough is 98 miles. The road distance is 75.7 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Loughborough without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Loughborough bus from?

Greater Manchester to Loughborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Loughborough train from?

Greater Manchester to Loughborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Loughborough bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Loughborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Loughborough train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Loughborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Loughborough is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Greater Manchester to Loughborough.

Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1975+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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There are 3 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Loughborough by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Loughborough (Leics)train Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2h 58m
£44–77
Drive 75.3 mi
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1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Loughboroughcar 75.3 mi
1h 56m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 34m
£20–41

Greater Manchester to Loughborough by bus and train

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Distance: 97.7 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Loughborough, England?

You can take a bus from Parkside Road to Loughborough (Leics) via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Aumberry Gap via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 5h 34m.

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