Find coaches from London to Leicester

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Next departures from London to Leicester on 2 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Victoria Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)Cheapest
Flixbus
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
Leicester (Fosse Park)Fastest
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
Victoria Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Leicester

Average priceUS$8 - US$44Average duration2h 55m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average priceUS$24 - US$226Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$8 - US$28Average duration1h 50m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from London to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$10
Average bus trip duration2h 55m
Number of daily buses138
Earliest bus departure00:10
Distance90 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

London to Leicester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Leicester

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

    The distance between London and Leicester by coach is approximately 89 miles (144 km).

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

    You can travel to Leicester from London 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
30/08
US$10
31/08
US$11
Today
US$6
02/09
US$5
03/09
US$5
04/09
US$5
05/09
US$5
06/09
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$5

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

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$39 for a bus ticket from London to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-09-06.

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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from London to Leicester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from London to Leicester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Leicester?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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