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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Cheltenham Coach Station | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cheltenham Coach Station | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cheltenham Coach Station | Leicester (Fosse Park) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cheltenham Coach Station | Leicester St Margarets bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cheltenham Coach Station | Leicester St Margarets bus station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Leicester?
Stops in Leicester
- A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK - B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom - C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3 - D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cheltenham to Leicester
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cheltenham to Leicester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cheltenham to Leicester start from £18. The average price for this route is around £23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cheltenham to Leicester?
The average bus journey time from Cheltenham to Leicester is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 65 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Cheltenham to Leicester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cheltenham to Leicester?
The earliest bus departs from Cheltenham to Leicester at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 15:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cheltenham to Leicester?
A bus journey from Cheltenham to Leicester produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cheltenham to Leicester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4283 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cheltenham to Leicester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cheltenham to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Leicester was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cheltenham to Leicester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £19 to £27 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cheltenham to Leicester?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
