How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Coventry?

The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Coventry start from £12. The average price for this route is around £12. 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 Leicester to Coventry?

The average bus journey time from Leicester to Coventry is 45m, covering a distance of 23 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Leicester to Coventry route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Coventry?

The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Coventry at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Coventry?

A bus journey from Leicester to Coventry produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Leicester to Coventry from £11 | Compare & Save up to 21%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	20:40	Pool Meadow Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	14:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Coventry on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	04:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	12:25	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	14:45	Pool Meadow Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Coventry

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Coventry. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

45mAverage duration

23 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £31	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £50	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Coventry?

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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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

Stops in Coventry

A
Pool Meadow Bus Station
Priory Street, Coventry CV1
Visit page
B
Coventry - Hales St. Bus Station
Hales St, Coventry CV1, UK
C
Coventry
Tesco Extra, Coventry CV2 2SH, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,870 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29870 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £12

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Coventry

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 Leicester to Coventry?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Coventry start from £12. The average price for this route is around £12. 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 Leicester to Coventry?
The average bus journey time from Leicester to Coventry is 45m, covering a distance of 23 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Leicester to Coventry route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Coventry?
The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Coventry at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Coventry?
A bus journey from Leicester to Coventry produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

23/01

£11

24/01

£11

Today

£11

26/01

£11

27/01

£11

28/01

£11

29/01

£11

30/01

£11

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Coventry was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £13 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Coventry based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-28.