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What is the best way to travel from Leicester to Bristol?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Bristol from Leicester. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 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
Train
2h 32m
$77
$181
6
Bus
4h 5m
$13
$20
42

What is the cheapest way to reach Bristol from Leicester?

You can get to Bristol with just $13 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $13
tomorrow
from $13
Friday
from $22
Saturday
from $24
Sunday
from $16
Monday
from $24
Tuesday

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    8:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 48m
    0
    5:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $272

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:25 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:25 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    6:05 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 10m
    0
    4:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:57 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 48m
    0
    5:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    1:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    1:30 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 42m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:01 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $77
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 43m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:37 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $77
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 39m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:58 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $77
  • CrossCountry
    2h 32m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:20 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $109
  • CrossCountry
    2h 46m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:34 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $110

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    11:10 PM
    Bristol
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    6:05 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    11:20 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 45m
    0
    5:12 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:57 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 48m
    0
    5:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273

What are the fastest trips from Leicester to Bristol?

You can get to Bristol from Leicester in just 2h 32m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 48m
tomorrow
from 4h 5m
Friday
from 3h 48m
Saturday
from 2h 32m
Sunday
from 4h 10m
Monday
from 3h 45m
Tuesday

    Fastest Trains today

  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 48m
    0
    5:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $272
  • Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:05 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $14
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    1:05 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    8:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    8:00 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $14
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:25 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    7:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 48m
    0
    5:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 10m
    0
    4:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:57 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:25 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    12:05 AM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    6:05 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 32m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:20 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $109
  • CrossCountry
    2h 46m
    0
    5:48 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:34 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from $110
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 39m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:58 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $77
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 42m
    0
    5:19 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:01 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $77
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 43m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:37 AM
    Bristol
    Avonmouth Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $77
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    1:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coldharbour Lane
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    1:30 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:45 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    11:10 PM
    Bristol
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    6h 45m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    7:45 PM
    Bristol
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 45m
    0
    5:12 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    8:57 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273
  • East Midlands Railway
    3h 48m
    0
    5:47 AM
    Leicester
    Central Station
    9:35 AM
    Bristol
    Temple Meads Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from $273
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    9:15 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    9:50 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    2:10 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    3:35 AM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    4:50 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    11:20 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    6:05 PM
    Bristol
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leicester to Bristol

What are the most popular stations in Leicester and Bristol?

In Leicester, you will usually depart from Central Station, Fosse Park or St. Margaret's Bus Station, while in Bristol you will be arriving at Bond Street, Parson Street Station or Temple Meads 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 Bristol from Leicester? With 6 connections between 4 Train and Bus 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 Leicester and Bristol, you can pay as low as $13 with a Bus from National Express.

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 CrossCountry: you will get to Bristol in just 2h 32m.

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 Leicester and Bristol 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 Leicester and Bristol 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 Oadby or to Brislington, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at Bristol 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 Leicester to Bristol?

The most popular companies between Leicester and Bristol, 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 and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Leicester to Bristol

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

FAQs about the trip from Leicester to Bristol

How can I reach Bristol from Leicester?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bristol from Leicester.

How far is Bristol from Leicester?

The distance between Leicester and Bristol is 102.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leicester and Bristol?

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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leicester to Bristol?

You can get to Bristol with just $13 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Bristol?

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 Bristol in just 2h 32m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Leicester and to Bristol

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

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