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Compare all timetables for the bus from London to Leicester

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from London to Leicester from various bus operators like National Express, FlixBus or Southeastern for the next days.
today
from $9
tomorrow
from $6
Thursday
from $9
Friday
from $7
Saturday
from $6
Sunday
from $6
Monday
from $6

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    12:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    2:35 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:10 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    3:25 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $10
  • FlixBus
    2h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    6:30 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $10

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:10 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    3:25 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    2h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    6:30 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    10:00 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:50 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • National Express
    2h 35m
    0
    2:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    4:50 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    2:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    4:40 PM
    Leicester
    Braunstone
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    12:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    2:35 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 35m
    0
    2:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    4:50 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    12:15 PM
    Leicester
    Braunstone
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 10m
    0
    9:10 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    11:20 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    12:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    2:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    12:10 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    2:10 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    2h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    8:35 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    7:40 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    9:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    9:40 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:10 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    3:25 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    12:30 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    2:55 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    2h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    9:05 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    7:40 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    9:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    9:40 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    12:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    2:35 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • Southeastern
    3h 42m
    0
    6:53 AM
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:35 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    $33

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    7:40 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    9:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    1h 50m
    0
    9:40 AM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    11:30 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    1:10 PM
    London
    Finchley Road Station
    3:25 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    10:15 AM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    12:15 PM
    London
    Golders Green Coach Station
    2:35 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7

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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 192 daily buses from London to Leicester. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 107 daily coaches between London and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 357 buses from London to Leicester, while Night sees the fewest connections between London and Leicester, with 88 offers.

Facts about the bus from London to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and Southeastern that travel 163 times every day by bus from London to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from London to Leicester starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus $6
Fastest Bus 1h 50m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 163 Ø
Distance 89.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express, FlixBus and Southeastern

Cheapest bus connections from London to Leicester

Every day, 163 buses from 3 bus companies leave London for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/06/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/04
Monday 05/05
Tuesday 05/06
$10
Wednesday 05/07
$6
Thursday 05/08
$9
Friday 05/09
$7
Saturday 05/10
$7
Sunday 05/11
$6
Monday 05/12
$7
Tuesday 05/13
$7
Wednesday 05/14
$7
Thursday 05/15
$32
Friday 05/16
$7
Saturday 05/17
$6
Sunday 05/18
$13
Monday 05/19
$7
Tuesday 05/20
$7
Wednesday 05/21
$7
Thursday 05/22
$7
Friday 05/23
$10
Saturday 05/24
$11
Sunday 05/25
$117
Monday 05/26
$9
Tuesday 05/27
$9
Wednesday 05/28
$9
Thursday 05/29
$9
Friday 05/30
$9
Saturday 05/31

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 $6, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from London to Leicester. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $9.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Leicester, with $6. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $7.

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 buses 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.

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 $7
Fastest Bus 1h 55m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 130 Ø
Found on 5/5/2025

FlixBus from London to Leicester

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $6
Fastest Bus 1h 50m
Earliest Bus 8:00 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 37 Ø
Found on 5/6/2025

All bus stations and stops in London and Leicester

In the map below, you can see where to find all 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 buses 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 bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 2h 15m to reach Leicester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $41. 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 London to Leicester each day?

Every day, the London to Leicester bus route is served by approximately 163 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from London to Leicester is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $12. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Leicester?

The earliest bus arriving in Leicester from London starts at 12:30 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 London to Leicester?

The latest bus trip departing from London for Leicester starts at 11:59 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 London Leicester route?

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

What can I take with me on the London 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 London 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 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 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 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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