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What is the best way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 15m
£6
£14
13
Train
1h 0m
£21
£30
11

What is the cheapest way to reach Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent?

You can reach Leicester with just £6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £9
Friday
from £7
Saturday
from £10
Sunday
from £18
Monday
from £6
Tuesday
from £10
Wednesday
from £12

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 17m
    0
    18:45
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    20:02
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 16m
    0
    19:47
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    21:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • CrossCountry
    2h 8m
    0
    18:44
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    20:52
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £31
  • CrossCountry
    2h 11m
    0
    19:04
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    21:15
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £31

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:55
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    22:10
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    09:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    20:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    23:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 17m
    0
    06:45
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    08:02
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 16m
    0
    07:46
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    09:02
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • CrossCountry
    2h 5m
    0
    06:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    08:10
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £31
  • CrossCountry
    2h 6m
    0
    07:44
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    09:50
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £31

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    22:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    00:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    05:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    09:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    09:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    01:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    05:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    22:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

What are the fastest trips from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent in just 1h 0m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 4m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 0m
Sunday
from 4h 15m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 3h 45m
Wednesday
from 3h 45m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 4m
    0
    19:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    20:14
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £47
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 16m
    0
    19:47
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    21:03
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 17m
    0
    18:45
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    20:02
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • CrossCountry
    2h 8m
    0
    18:44
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    20:52
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £31
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:55
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    22:10
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    11:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 0m
    0
    07:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    08:10
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £48
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 16m
    0
    07:46
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    09:02
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • East Midlands Railway
    1h 17m
    0
    06:45
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Blythe Bridge Train Station
    08:02
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £21
  • CrossCountry
    2h 5m
    0
    06:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Central Station
    08:10
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £31
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    20:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    23:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    22:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    22:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    00:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    05:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    09:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    20:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    21:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    15:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    01:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    05:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    09:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 45m
    0
    09:10
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    12:55
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    22:15
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    16:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester

What are the most popular stations in Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester?

In Stoke-on-Trent, you will usually depart from Central Station, Mayne Street or College Road, while in Leicester you will be arriving at Central Station, Fosse Park or St. Margaret's Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent? With 5 connections between 5 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester, you can pay as low as £6 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Leicester in just 1h 0m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester are National Express, FlixBus and East Midlands Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Newcastle-under-Lyme or to Oadby, and look at flights from Manchester Airport, and landing at East Midlands Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?

The most popular companies between Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester, are National Express, FlixBus and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry and Avanti West Coast

All you need to know when you travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester

How can I reach Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent.

How far is Leicester from Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester is 80.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Stoke-on-Trent and Leicester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 14 kgs, and a flight 20 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester with just £6 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Leicester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Leicester in just 1h 0m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Stoke-on-Trent and to Leicester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Stoke-on-Trent and to Leicester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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