Find coaches from Manchester to Leicester

Next departures

Next departures from Manchester to Leicester on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Shudehill
Leicester St Margarets bus stationCheapestFastest
Flixbus
Shudehill
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
National Express
Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
Shudehill
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
National Express
Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Leicester

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2hAverage duration
120 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$11 - US$89Average duration6h
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$45 - US$210Average duration2h 20m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$17 - US$20Average duration2h
5kg CO₂e

Bus Manchester to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25
Average bus trip duration6h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance112 km
Latest bus departure23:59

Manchester to Leicester Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Manchester to Leicester from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Leicester

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Leicester cost?

    The bus ticket price from Manchester to Leicester starts at US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Leicester?

    The average travel time between Manchester and Leicester is around 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 120 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester and Leicester?

    The number of buses from Manchester to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Leicester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Leicester?

    When taking the bus from Manchester to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Leicester?

    Buses travelling between Manchester and Leicester leave from Shudehill or Manchester Airport and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, Leicester, Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound.

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$33
30/10
US$29
Today
US$24
01/11
US$27
02/11
US$27
03/11
US$15
04/11
US$7
05/11
US$7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Leicester was searched and found on 04 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 Manchester to Leicester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$7 to US$70 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Leicester 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Manchester and Leicester!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Leicester, get comfy and count the stars.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Manchester to Leicester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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