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Compare all timetables for the bus from York to Leicester

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from York to Leicester from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $22
tomorrow
from $16
Monday
Tuesday
from $18
Wednesday
from $13
Thursday
from $18
Friday
from $19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    4:00 PM
    York
    Central Station
    8:55 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    4h 59m
    0
    4:11 PM
    York
    Central Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    4h 29m
    0
    12:31 PM
    York
    Central Station
    5:00 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • National Express
    4h 58m
    0
    10:12 PM
    York
    Central Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      3h 28m
      0
      8:32 AM
      York
      Copmanthorpe
      9:15 AM
      Leeds
      Seacroft The Green
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 1h 1m shorter, and you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    11:10 AM
    York
    Leeman Road
    4:45 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      3h 28m
      0
      8:32 AM
      York
      Copmanthorpe
      9:15 AM
      Leeds
      Seacroft The Green
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 2h 7m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 57m
    0
    4:13 PM
    York
    Central Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    4h 34m
    0
    12:31 PM
    York
    Central Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    4h 58m
    0
    10:12 PM
    York
    Central Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      3h 28m
      0
      8:32 AM
      York
      Copmanthorpe
      9:15 AM
      Leeds
      Seacroft The Green
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 1h 6m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 35m
    0
    11:10 AM
    York
    Leeman Road
    4:45 PM
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • National Express
    4h 57m
    0
    4:13 PM
    York
    Central Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    4h 34m
    0
    12:31 PM
    York
    Central Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    4h 58m
    0
    10:12 PM
    York
    Central Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      3h 28m
      0
      8:32 AM
      York
      Copmanthorpe
      9:15 AM
      Leeds
      Seacroft The Green
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 1h 6m shorter, and you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 57m
    0
    4:13 PM
    York
    Central Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    4h 58m
    0
    10:12 PM
    York
    Central Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    4h 34m
    0
    12:31 PM
    York
    Central Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      3h 28m
      0
      8:32 AM
      York
      Copmanthorpe
      9:15 AM
      Leeds
      Seacroft The Green
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 1h 6m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 57m
    0
    4:13 PM
    York
    Central Station
    9:10 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    4h 34m
    0
    12:31 PM
    York
    Central Station
    5:05 PM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    4h 58m
    0
    10:12 PM
    York
    Central Station
    3:10 AM
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from York to Leicester via Leeds, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      3h 28m
      0
      8:32 AM
      York
      Copmanthorpe
      9:15 AM
      Leeds
      Seacroft The Green
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      9:35 AM
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      12:00 PM
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 1h 6m shorter, and you will save $9

Frequency of bus connections between York and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between York and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from York to Leicester. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between York and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 11 buses from York to Leicester, while Morning sees the fewest connections between York and Leicester, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from York to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from York to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from York to Leicester starting from $13!

Cheapest Bus $13
Fastest Bus 4h 29m
Earliest Bus 12:31 PM
Latest Bus 10:12 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 91.3 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from York to Leicester

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave York for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/03/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/27
Monday 04/28
Tuesday 04/29
Wednesday 04/30
Thursday 05/01
Friday 05/02
Saturday 05/03
$22
Sunday 05/04
$16
Monday 05/05
Tuesday 05/06
$18
Wednesday 05/07
$18
Thursday 05/08
$18
Friday 05/09
$19
Saturday 05/10
$19
Sunday 05/11
Monday 05/12
Tuesday 05/13
Wednesday 05/14
Thursday 05/15
Friday 05/16
Saturday 05/17
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
Thursday 05/22
Friday 05/23
Saturday 05/24

The cheapest time to travel from York to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from York to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $13, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from York to Leicester. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $22.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from York to Leicester, with $13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

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

Beloved bus companies from York to Leicester

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

National Express from York to Leicester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price $18
Fastest Bus 4h 29m
Earliest Bus 12:31 PM
Last Bus 10:12 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 5/2/2025

All bus stations and stops in York and Leicester

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from York to Leicester

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

FAQs about the York to Leicester bus

How much does a York Leicester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $13 and takes 5h 35m to reach Leicester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $13 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 York to Leicester each day?

Every day, the York to Leicester bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from York to Leicester is offered by National Express and takes 4h 29m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $28. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from York to Leicester?

The earliest bus arriving in Leicester from York starts at 12:31 PM. 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 York to Leicester?

The latest bus trip departing from York for Leicester starts at 10:12 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 York Leicester route?

When traveling by bus from York 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 York and Leicester?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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