Bus from Leicester to London: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Leicester to London on October 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
National ExpressBus
Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)
Finchley RoadFastest
National ExpressBus
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
National ExpressBus
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
National ExpressBus
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Victoria Coach StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:19 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Leicester to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

183bus per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
147 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$16 - $139Average Duration2h 50m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$29 - $164Average Duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to London by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to London?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to London start from $16. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Leicester to London?

    The average bus travel time from Leicester to London is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the Leicester to London route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 183 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leicester to London?

    The earliest bus departs from Leicester to London at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to London?

    A bus trip from Leicester to London generates an estimated 3.6534500000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Leicester to London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 30398 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to London?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-07
$14
10-08
$48
Today
$19
10-10
$19
10-11
$19
10-12
$13
10-13
$13
10-14
$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to London was searched and found on Oct 12, 2026 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $111 for a bus ticket from Leicester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-10-12.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Leicester to London?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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