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21/03/2025
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London to Leicester by bus

The journey from London to Leicester by bus is 144.11 km and takes 3 hrs 20 mins. There are 224 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:10 am and the last at 11:59 pm. It is possible to travel from London to Leicester by bus for as little as $10.92 or as much as $67.19. The best price for this journey is $10.92.

Lowest Price $10.92
Journey Duration 3 hrs 20 mins
Connection per Day 224
Lowest Price $10.92
Highest Price $67.19
First Departure 12:10 am
Last Departure 11:59 pm
Distance 144.11 km
Departure London
Arrival Leicester
Carriers FlixBus, National Express

London to Leicester Bus Times

Departure date
Friday, 21 Mar 2025

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Best time to book London to Leicester travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $1.41 to $30.10 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 95% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Leicester

The cheapest London - Leicester bus tickets can be found for as low as $9.51 if you’re lucky, or $11.86 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $18.14.

Find the best day to travel to Leicester by bus

When travelling to Leicester by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and National Express from London to Leicester
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London to Leicester CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
10.09kg
Bus
10.81kg
Flight
28.82kg
Car
23.06kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Leicester?
A bus ticket from London to Leicester is $25.85. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $10.92.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Leicester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Leicester is $10.92. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Leicester by bus?
London to Leicester is 144.11 km.
How long does the bus between London and Leicester take?
London to Leicester is on average 3 hrs 20 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 50 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Leicester?
The bus journey from London to Leicester is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Leicester?
London to Leicester has 224 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Leicester leave?
The earliest bus from London to Leicester departs at 12:10 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Leicester depart?
The latest bus from London to Leicester departs at 11:59 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Leicester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $10.92 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Leicester?
There are on average 165 direct connection(s) from London to go to Leicester.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Leicester by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Leicester is 1 hr 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Leicester?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Leicester.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Leicester by bus?
The bus journey from London to Leicester creates 10.81kg of CO2 emissions.

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