Bus from Leicester to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Great Charles Street QueenswayCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    		Birmingham Airport - BHXFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
      		Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Leicester (Fosse Park)
      		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
        		Coach StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:53 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Birmingham

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        50mAverage duration
        54 kmDistance
        2kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average priceR 126 - R 491Average duration1h 20m
        1kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average priceR 103 - R 658Average duration48m
        1kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average priceR 135 - R 135Average duration50m
        2kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Birmingham by bus

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Birmingham start at R 126. The average price for this route is around R 239. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Leicester to Birmingham?

          The average bus journey time from Leicester to Birmingham is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 46 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the Leicester to Birmingham route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Birmingham?

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

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Birmingham?

          A bus trip from Leicester to Birmingham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        6. What is the best bus company from Leicester to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Birmingham?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leicester to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

        Best price found
        13/12
        R 221
        14/12
        R 115
        Today
        R 114
        16/12
        R 114
        17/12
        R 115
        18/12
        R 114
        19/12
        R 114
        20/12
        R 115
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Birmingham was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 114

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

        You can expect to pay from R 114 to R 430 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 114, which is on 2025-12-16.

        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.

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