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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from London to Leicester from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £7
tomorrow
from £8
Friday
from £8
Saturday
from £8
Sunday
from £8
Monday
from £8
Tuesday
from £5

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    06:35
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    08:00
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    10:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    09:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 30m
    0
    07:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    06:35
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 20m
    0
    18:10
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    20:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    06:35
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 35m
    0
    06:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    06:35
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    08:00
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    10:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    09:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    23:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    06:35
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    2h 35m
    0
    06:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    08:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    07:40
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    09:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    00:30
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    02:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    09:10
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9

Frequency of bus connections between London and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between London and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 189 daily coaches from London to Leicester. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 137 daily coaches between London and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 383 coaches from London to Leicester, while Night sees the fewest connections between London and Leicester, with 95 offers.

Facts about coaches from London to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 174 times every day by bus from London to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from London to Leicester starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus £5
Fastest Bus 1h 50m
Earliest Coach 00:10
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 174 Ø
Distance 143.4 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from London to Leicester

Every day, 174 buses from 2 coach companies leave London for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/04/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/04
Tuesday 15/04
Wednesday 16/04
£9
Thursday 17/04
£8
Friday 18/04
£8
Saturday 19/04
£8
Sunday 20/04
£8
Monday 21/04
£8
Tuesday 22/04
£5
Wednesday 23/04
£9
Thursday 24/04
£9
Friday 25/04
£5
Saturday 26/04
£5
Sunday 27/04
£5
Monday 28/04
Tuesday 29/04
£5
Wednesday 30/04
£10
Thursday 01/05
£5
Friday 02/05
£9
Saturday 03/05
£5
Sunday 04/05
£9
Monday 05/05
£6
Tuesday 06/05
£5
Wednesday 07/05
£24
Thursday 08/05
£5
Friday 09/05
£5
Saturday 10/05
£5
Sunday 11/05

The cheapest time to travel from London to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £5, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from London to Leicester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Leicester, with £5. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from London to Leicester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from London to Leicester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from London to Leicester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from London to Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London to Leicester

These are the most booked bus companies between London to Leicester from our users.

FlixBus from London to Leicester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route London to Leicester:

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 1h 50m
Earliest Coach 00:10
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 37 Ø
Found on 15/04/2025

National Express from London to Leicester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London to Leicester:

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 1h 55m
Earliest Coach 00:30
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 137 Ø
Found on 15/04/2025

All bus stations and stops in London and Leicester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London and Leicester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from London to Leicester? Compare all modes of transports from London to Leicester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London to Leicester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from London to Leicester? Or which bus companies serve the route London to Leicester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the London to Leicester bus

How much does a London - Leicester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the London - Leicester bus trip is available from £5 and takes 2h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London to Leicester?

The connection London to Leicester is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £35. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the London - Leicester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London to Leicester is offered by roughly 174 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Leicester from London take?

The quickest coach from London to Leicester is provided by FlixBus and takes 1h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £7. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Leicester?

The earliest bus to Leicester departs from London at 00:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from London to Leicester?

The latest bus to Leicester departs from London at 23:59. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the London - Leicester route?

Passengers looking to travel from London to Leicester can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between London and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between London and Leicester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Leicester from London?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the London Leicester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the London Leicester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from London to Leicester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London to Leicester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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