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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester St Margarets bus station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$32 - US$44Average Duration5h 35m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$87 - US$87Average Duration3h 3m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$15 - US$15Average Duration2h
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Reading to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
5h 35mAverage Duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$35
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 35m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure4:45am
Distance133 km
Latest bus departure8:50pm

Reading to Leicester Bus

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

  1. What is the distance between Reading and Leicester?

    The distance covered from Reading to Leicester is 133 km (82 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mereoak P&R, in Reading, and end it at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, in Leicester.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Leicester was searched and found on Jul 17, 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 Reading to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$31 for a bus ticket from Reading to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25 which is on 2025-07-17.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Leicester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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