What is the distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester?

About 51 miles (82 km) separate Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?

If you're headed to Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent, chances are that your bus will leave from Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B) and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester from $13 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 15m	10:10pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	4h	5:05am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	3h 45m	12:55pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:05pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 15m	9:20pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	1:05am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	4h	5:05am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 45mAverage Duration

51 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $26	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $150	Average Duration1h 28m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester?

Stops in Stoke-on-Trent

A
Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)
Lichfield Street, Hanley Bus Stn, Stands A & B, Stoke-on-Trent ST1, United Kingdom
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B
Stoke-On-Trent
88 Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4, United Kingdom
C
Staffordshire University, Stoke-on-Trent
Thompson Library, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2XE, UK
D
Stoke on Trent
Keele Motorway Services Area, Three Mile Ln, Keele, Newcastle ST5 5HG, UK

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK

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FlixBus

3.5/511,398 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester by bus

What is the distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?