Find coaches from Leicester to Manchester

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Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
    		Leicester St Margarets bus station
    		ShudehillCheapest
    Flixbus
      		Leicester St Margarets bus station
      		ShudehillFastest
      Flixbus
        		Leicester (Fosse Park)
        		ShudehillNo tags
        Flixbus
          		Leicester (Fosse Park)
          		Manchester AirportNo tags
          Flixbus
            		Leicester (Fosse Park)
            		ShudehillNo tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Manchester

            busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            2h 30mAverage duration
            74 milesDistance
            5kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$11 - US$92Average duration7h 35m
            3kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$36 - US$210Average duration2h 40m
            3kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceUS$25 - US$25Average duration2h 30m
            5kg CO₂e

            Bus Leicester to Manchester: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$22
            Average bus trip duration7h 35m
            Number of daily buses11
            Earliest bus departure01:40
            Distance70 miles
            Latest bus departure23:45

            Leicester to Manchester Bus

            With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Leicester to Manchester is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

            Bus service from Leicester to Manchester will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

            Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Manchester from Leicester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

            Frequently asked questions on the trip Leicester - Manchester

            1. How far is Manchester from Leicester by coach?

              The journey from Leicester to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 75 miles (120 km).

            2. Is there a way to reach Manchester from Leicester without a car?

              The best way to go from Leicester to Manchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. 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
            29/10
            US$39
            30/10
            US$58
            Today
            US$27
            01/11
            US$30
            02/11
            US$41
            03/11
            US$14
            04/11
            US$7
            05/11
            US$7
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Manchester was searched and found on 4 Nov 2025 with a price of US$7

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

            You can expect to pay from US$7 to US$58 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$7, which is on 2025-11-04.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Leicester to Manchester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Leicester to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

            Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Leicester to Manchester.

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

            Did you know?

            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

            busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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