Bus Tickets from Nottingham to Leicester

Next departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Leicester on September 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationCheapest
Flixbus
Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)
Leicester (Fosse Park)Fastest
National Express
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
University of Nottingham
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
National Express
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Leicester

Average PriceUS$6 - US$17Average Duration55m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$6 - US$39Average Duration44m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$5 - US$7Average Duration40m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Nottingham to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
40mAverage Duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nottingham to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$9
Average Bus Trip Duration55m
Number of daily buses59
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance34 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Nottingham to Leicester Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham - Leicester

  1. How far is Nottingham from Leicester?

    The distance between Nottingham and Leicester is approximately 36 km (22 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Coach Station in Nottingham 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
08-30
US$5
08-31
US$5
Today
US$4
09-02
US$4
09-03
US$4
09-04
US$4
09-05
US$4
09-06
US$4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nottingham to Leicester was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of US$4

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

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$13 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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 Nottingham and Leicester!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Nottingham to Leicester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Nottingham to Leicester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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 Nottingham by bus?

Bus from Leicester to Nottingham

You can also go to Leicester by train

Train from Nottingham to Leicester

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