Bus from London to Leicester: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Leicester on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
    		Leicester (Fosse Park)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		St Margaret's Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Leicester

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        2hAverage duration
        144 kmDistance
        6kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average priceR 146 - R 1 219Average duration3h 25m
        3kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average priceR 408 - R 3 835Average duration1h 10m
        3kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average priceR 162 - R 430Average duration2h
        6kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Leicester by bus

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Leicester?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Leicester start at R 146. The average price for this route is around R 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from London to Leicester?

          The average bus journey time from London to Leicester is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 138 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Leicester route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 188 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Leicester?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Leicester at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Leicester?

          A bus trip from London to Leicester produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        6. What is the best bus company from London to Leicester?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Leicester?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Leicester?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Leicester?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

        Best price found
        05/12
        R 187
        06/12
        R 176
        Today
        R 135
        08/12
        R 93
        09/12
        R 93
        10/12
        R 93
        11/12
        R 93
        12/12
        R 93
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 93

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

        You can expect to pay from R 93 to R 784 for a bus ticket from London to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 93, which is on 2025-12-08.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Leicester?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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