Bus Tickets from Bristol to Leicester

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Next departures for Bristol to Leicester on September 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationCheapestFastest
Flixbus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
National Express
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
National Express
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
National Express
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$82Average Duration6h 55m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$63 - US$354Average Duration2h 33m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$16 - US$28Average Duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bristol to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 20mAverage Duration
US$16Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bristol to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$32
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 55m
Number of daily buses29
Earliest bus departure2:55am
Distance159 km
Latest bus departure7:15pm

Bristol to Leicester Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Bristol to Leicester, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bristol - Leicester

  1. How far is Bristol from Leicester?

    Bristol and Leicester are 166 km (103 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bristol to Leicester?

    Buses departing from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station in Bristol will take you to St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station in Leicester.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Leicester was searched and found on Sep 18, 2025 with a price of US$25

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bristol to Leicester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bristol to Leicester.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bristol to Leicester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bristol to Leicester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Bristol by bus?

Bus from Leicester to Bristol

You can also go to Leicester by train

Train from Bristol to Leicester

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