Find coaches from Birmingham to Leicester

Today31 Jul
from US$8
Tomorrow1 Aug
from US$8
Sat2 Aug
from US$8
Sun3 Aug
from US$8
Mon4 Aug
from US$8
Tue5 Aug
from US$8
Wed6 Aug
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Thu7 Aug

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Airport - BHX
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Leicester

Bus
Average priceUS$7 - US$33Average duration1h 25m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$8 - US$39Average duration51m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$7 - US$7Average duration1h 10m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Birmingham to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 51 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40train per day
51mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$10
Average bus trip duration1h 25m
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure01:00
Distance34 miles
Latest bus departure22:55

Birmingham to Leicester Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Birmingham to Leicester.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Birmingham to Leicester from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Discover how much the bus trip from Birmingham to Leicester will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Leicester

  1. How far is Leicester from Birmingham by coach?

    The journey from Birmingham to Leicester by coach covers an approximate distance of 35 miles (55 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Birmingham to Leicester without a car?

    You can reach Leicester from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
US$14
30/07
US$13
Today
US$5
01/08
US$5
02/08
US$5
03/08
US$5
04/08
US$5
05/08
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Leicester was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$5

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

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$25 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-08-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Birmingham to Leicester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Birmingham to Leicester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Birmingham to Leicester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Birmingham to Leicester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus from Birmingham to Leicester

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Train from Birmingham to Leicester

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