Bus from Leicester to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to London on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)Fastest
National ExpressBus
    		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Leicester (Fosse Park)
    		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
    National ExpressBus
      		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to London

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      2hAverage duration
      144 kmDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 147 - R 1 909Average duration3h 5m
      4kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 406 - R 3 855Average duration1h 11m
      3kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average priceR 162 - R 502Average duration2h
      6kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to London 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 London?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to London start at R 147. The average price for this route is around R 258. 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 London?

        The average bus journey time from Leicester to London is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 178 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 178 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 London?

        The earliest bus departs from Leicester to London at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

        A bus trip from Leicester to London produces an estimated 4 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 London?

        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 London?

        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 London?

        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 London?

        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 500
      14/12
      R 375
      Today
      R 219
      16/12
      R 94
      17/12
      R 94
      18/12
      R 94
      19/12
      R 240
      20/12
      R 240
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 94

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

      You can expect to pay from R 94 to R 1 644 for a bus ticket from Leicester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 94, 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.

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

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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