Bus Tickets from Stansted to Leicester

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SatAug 9
TodayAug 10
from US$41
TomorrowAug 11
from US$35
TueAug 12
from US$35
WedAug 13
from US$32
ThuAug 14
from US$32
FriAug 15
from US$32
SatAug 16
from US$32

Cheap buses leaving today

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 10 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 10 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 10 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 10 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: Stansted London Airport (STN)
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 10 at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Stansted to Leicester

Bus
Average PriceUS$24 - US$57Average Duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$39 - US$136Average Duration2h 22m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$24 - US$24Average Duration2h 50m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Stansted to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 22mAverage Duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Stansted to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$31
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 30m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance125 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

Stansted to Leicester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Stansted - Leicester

  1. What is the distance between Stansted and Leicester?

    The distance covered from Stansted to Leicester is 122 km (76 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Stansted to Leicester?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at London Stansted Airport, in Stansted, and end it at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, in Leicester.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-08
US$45
08-09
US$39
Today
US$39
08-11
US$32
08-12
US$33
08-13
US$30
08-14
US$30
08-15
US$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stansted to Leicester was searched and found on Aug 13, 2025 with a price of US$30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$63 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-08-13.

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Bus from Stansted to Leicester

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Train from Stansted to Leicester

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