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Today16 Apr
from US$6
Tomorrow17 Apr
from US$5
Thu18 Apr
from US$3
Fri19 Apr
from US$6
Sat20 Apr
from US$9
Sun21 Apr
from US$9
Mon22 Apr
from US$3
Tue23 Apr

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
12:05
2h5m
14:10
London - London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
Cheapest
Leicester - Leicester (Fosse Park)
Cheapest
17:10
2h20m
19:30
London - London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
2nd Cheapest
Leicester - Leicester (Fosse Park)
2nd Cheapest
20:35
1h50m
22:25
London - Golders Green (Stop GE)
Fastest
Leicester - Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)
Fastest
11:30
3h5m
14:35
London - Victoria Coach Station
Leicester - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
11:30
3h5m
14:35
London - Victoria Coach Station
Leicester - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Bus London to Leicester: Trip Overview

Bus London to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$17
Average bus trip duration3h 21m
Number of daily buses212
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance89 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

London to Leicester buses

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

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

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

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses212
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures00:30 - 23:59
Minimum PriceUS$5
Average Ticket PriceUS$17
Minimum Trip Duration1h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h21m
Distance89 miles
Bus companies on this routeNational Express, Infobus, FlixBus, Megabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Leicester

The average bus ticket price from London to Leicester is US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between London and Leicester is around 3h 21m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 89 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from London to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 212 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London to Leicester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from London to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Infobus, FlixBus.

Buses travelling between London and Leicester leave from Victoria Coach Station or Marble Arch and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop, Leicester.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/04
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15/04
US$5
Today
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17/04
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18/04
US$5
19/04
US$5
20/04
US$5
21/04
US$5
The cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on 18 Apr 2024 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 London to Leicester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$26 for a bus ticket from London 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 2024-04-18.

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 London to Leicester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from London to Leicester.

Did you know?

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

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 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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time3h 21mAvg priceUS$17Daily departures212
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time1h 10mAvg priceUS$75Daily departures15
Vehicle typeCarpoolTravel time1h 50mAvg priceUS$19Daily departures1

The best way to travel between London and Leicester is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$6. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Leicester, choose the bus, as it will take you from London to Leicester in about 1h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to London by bus?

Bus from Leicester to London

You can also go to Leicester by train

Train from London to Leicester

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