Find coaches from Cambridge to Leicester

Next departures

Next departures from Cambridge to Leicester on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
Leicester St Margarets bus stationCheapest
National Express
City Centre
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationFastest
National Express
City Centre
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
Cambridge (Trumpington Park and Ride)
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
National Express
City Centre
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cambridge to Leicester

Bus
Average priceUS$18 - US$85Average duration5h 55m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$29 - US$78Average duration1h 49m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$10 - US$14Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cambridge to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
US$10Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cambridge to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$30
Average bus trip duration5h 55m
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance62 miles
Latest bus departure22:35

Cambridge to Leicester Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cambridge to Leicester. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cambridge to Leicester.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Leicester from Cambridge, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cambridge - Leicester

  1. What's the distance between Cambridge and Leicester by coach?

    The distance between Cambridge and Leicester by coach is approximately 61 miles (98 km).

  2. How can I get from Cambridge to Leicester without driving?

    You can travel to Leicester from Cambridge by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/08
US$21
30/08
US$20
Today
US$25
01/09
US$18
02/09
US$15
03/09
US$15
04/09
US$15
05/09
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cambridge to Leicester was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$88 for a bus ticket from Cambridge to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15, which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually National Express 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 Cambridge and Leicester!

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 Cambridge to Leicester.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cambridge to Leicester.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cambridge to Leicester.

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!

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

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

Will you be returning to Cambridge by bus?

Bus from Leicester to Cambridge

You can also go to Leicester by train

Train from Cambridge to Leicester

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