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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leeds to Leicester from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.
today
from $12
tomorrow
from $11
Tuesday
from $10
Wednesday
from $11
Thursday
from $8
Friday
from $8
Saturday
from $9

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    3:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 15m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    11:15 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:35 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 33%
      3h 10m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      8:50 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Sheffield, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      10:15 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      10:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $11
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    4:25 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    11:20 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    3h 35m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:35 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      8:50 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Sheffield, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      9:35 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      1h 40m
      0
      10:20 AM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    11:20 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $10
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $10
  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $10
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $11
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $-1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      8:15 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      11:20 AM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $11
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    3h 5m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    10:35 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:20 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $-5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 5m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      3:05 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      9:10 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Bookaway
      3h 52m
      0
      8:08 AM
      Leeds
      Bagley Lane Bus Station
      8:16 AM
      Bradford
      Greengates Crossroads Bus Station
      0
      Bookaway
      Economy
      $3
      • Waiting Time 0h 34m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 1h 12m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    11:20 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $8
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $8
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    7:15 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $8
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $11
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 1%
      3h 10m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      8:50 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 25m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $8
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    3:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    3h 15m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 1%
      3h 10m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      8:50 AM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0 mi
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    4:45 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    7:15 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    7:35 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    2h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Bradford, you can save more than $-11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      Leeds
      9 mi
      3:05 PM
      Bradford
      Interchange
      8:55 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $20

Frequency of bus connections between Leeds and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between Leeds and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily buses from Leeds to Leicester. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Leeds and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 29 buses from Leeds to Leicester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leeds and Leicester, with 19 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leeds to Leicester

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 13 times every day by bus from Leeds to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leeds to Leicester starting from $8!

Cheapest Bus $8
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Bus 2:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 82.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Leeds to Leicester

Every day, 13 buses from 2 bus companies leave Leeds for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/04
$12
Monday 05/05
$11
Tuesday 05/06
$11
Wednesday 05/07
$11
Thursday 05/08
$11
Friday 05/09
$8
Saturday 05/10
$9
Sunday 05/11
Monday 05/12
$6
Tuesday 05/13
$6
Wednesday 05/14
Thursday 05/15
$6
Friday 05/16
$6
Saturday 05/17
Sunday 05/18
$13
Monday 05/19
$6
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
$11
Thursday 05/22
Friday 05/23
$8
Saturday 05/24
$13
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
$11
Tuesday 05/27
$10
Wednesday 05/28
$10
Thursday 05/29
$11
Friday 05/30
Saturday 05/31

The cheapest time to travel from Leeds to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leeds to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $8, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leeds to Leicester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $12.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leeds to Leicester, with $8. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $9.

How to save money travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds 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 buses from Leeds to Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leeds to Leicester

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

National Express from Leeds to Leicester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price $11
Fastest Bus 2h 35m
Earliest Bus 2:30 AM
Last Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 5/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in Leeds and Leicester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Leeds 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 Leeds to Leicester? Compare all modes of transports from Leeds to Leicester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leeds to Leicester

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

FAQs about the Leeds to Leicester bus

How much does a Leeds Leicester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $8 and takes 2h 10m to reach Leicester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $8 and $29. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Leicester.

On average, how many connections are available from Leeds to Leicester each day?

Every day, the Leeds to Leicester bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Leeds to Leicester take?

The fastest bus from Leeds to Leicester is offered by FlixBus and takes 2h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $15. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leeds to Leicester?

The earliest bus arriving in Leicester from Leeds starts at 2:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Leeds to Leicester?

The latest bus trip departing from Leeds for Leicester starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Leeds Leicester route?

When traveling by bus from Leeds to Leicester, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Leeds 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: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Leeds to Leicester bus route?

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

What equipment is available for the Leeds 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 traveling 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 Leeds to Leicester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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