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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Leicester from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $12
tomorrow
from $13
Friday
from $13
Saturday
from $13
Sunday
from $14
Monday
Tuesday
from $6

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    2:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    11:50 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Leicester via Nottingham, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      1:10 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      2:05 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    2:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    11:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    4:45 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    7:15 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    2:30 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Leicester via Nottingham, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      1:10 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      2:05 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    2:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    2:30 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Leicester via Nottingham, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      1:10 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      2:05 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    2:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    7:15 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:15 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    7:25 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Leicester via Nottingham, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      1:10 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      2:05 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    2:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    2:30 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:15 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Leicester via Nottingham, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      1:10 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Bus Station
      2:05 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    2:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $6
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    12:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $15
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    7:25 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily buses from Manchester to Leicester. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between Manchester and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 35 buses from Manchester to Leicester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Leicester, with 15 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 16 times every day by bus from Manchester to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Leicester starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus $6
Fastest Bus 3h 35m
Earliest Bus 6:50 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 74.2 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to Leicester

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/20
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
Wednesday 04/23
$12
Thursday 04/24
$13
Friday 04/25
$13
Saturday 04/26
$20
Sunday 04/27
$14
Monday 04/28
Tuesday 04/29
$15
Wednesday 04/30
$6
Thursday 05/01
$6
Friday 05/02
$11
Saturday 05/03
$17
Sunday 05/04
$11
Monday 05/05
$6
Tuesday 05/06
$6
Wednesday 05/07
$13
Thursday 05/08
$6
Friday 05/09
$6
Saturday 05/10
$6
Sunday 05/11
$6
Monday 05/12
$13
Tuesday 05/13
$6
Wednesday 05/14
$6
Thursday 05/15
$6
Friday 05/16
$13
Saturday 05/17

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $6, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester to Leicester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $14.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Leicester, with $6. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Leicester

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

FlixBus from Manchester to Leicester

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $6
Fastest Bus 3h 35m
Earliest Bus 6:50 AM
Last Bus 2:10 PM
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 4/22/2025

National Express from Manchester to Leicester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price $15
Fastest Bus 4h 5m
Earliest Bus 8:30 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 4/22/2025

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Leicester

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Leicester

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Leicester bus

How much does a Manchester 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 3h 35m to reach Leicester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $28. 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 Manchester to Leicester each day?

Every day, the Manchester to Leicester bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Manchester to Leicester is offered by FlixBus and takes 3h 35m. 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 Manchester to Leicester?

The earliest bus arriving in Leicester from Manchester starts at 6:50 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 Manchester to Leicester?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester 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 Manchester Leicester route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Leicester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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