Bus Tickets from Manchester to Leicester

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TodayAug 2
from US$32
TomorrowAug 3
from US$27
MonAug 4
from US$19
TueAug 5
from US$15
WedAug 6
from US$18
ThuAug 7
from US$18
FriAug 8
from US$16
SatAug 9
from US$18

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester St Margarets bus station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$13 - US$67Average Duration6h 5m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$42 - US$215Average Duration2h 20m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$10 - US$24Average Duration2h
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to Leicester

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$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2hAverage Duration
US$10Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$26
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance120 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Manchester to Leicester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Leicester

  1. What is the travel distance from Manchester to Leicester?

    It's about 120 km (75 miles) from Manchester to Leicester.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-31
US$25
08-01
US$42
Today
US$29
08-03
US$25
08-04
US$15
08-05
US$11
08-06
US$14
08-07
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Leicester was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of US$11

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$11 to US$42 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$11 which is on 2025-08-05.

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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Leicester will emit less CO2 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?

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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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Bus from Manchester to Leicester

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Train from Manchester to Leicester

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