Guildford to Leicester bus with National Express

Tue, Oct 06
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Guildford to Leicester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 06

Cheapest price on Oct 06

€14

Average ticket price on Oct 06

€17

Fastest journey on Oct 06

5 h 30 m

Average journey duration on Oct 06

5 h 40 m

Buses on Oct 06

2

Distance

161 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Guildford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Guildford to Leicester will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast buses

On Tue, Oct 06, we found 2 buses from Guildford to Leicester, including 2 direct services.

On Tue, Oct 06 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .

On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National Express
    3:55 PM5h50
    Guildford
    9:45 PMLeicester
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:35 PM5h30
    Guildford
    1:05 AMLeicester
    €201One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Guildford to Leicester

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Buses from Guildford to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 161 km distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
161 km
Average bus duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
12:20 AM
Last bus
10:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Guildford to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Leicester buses for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express12:25 PM Guildford
5h05
5:30 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect
National Express1:25 PM Guildford
5h20
6:45 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect
National Express3:25 PM Guildford
4h40
8:05 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect
National Express4:25 PM Guildford
4h40
9:05 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Guildford to Leicester buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Guildford to Leicester.
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  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Leicester.

Bus providers: National Express from Guildford to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Leicester with National Express for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
€14
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Guildford to Leicester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Leicester by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Guildford to Leicester can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guildford to Leicester is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Guildford to Leicester is 3h 40m to travel the 161 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Guildford to Leicester leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Guildford to Leicester leaves at 10:25 PM.
There are 4 coaches a day from Guildford to Leicester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Guildford to Leicester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Guildford and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guildford and Leicester including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Guildford to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Guildford to Leicester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Guildford to Leicester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Guildford to Leicester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Guildford to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Guildford to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Guildford to Leicester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Guildford to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Guildford to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Guildford to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Guildford to Leicester

Most Guildford to Leicester buses use the Guildford, Egerton Road to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Guildford
Arrival bus stations in Leicester

Which Guildford station do buses to Leicester leave from?

Buses from Guildford to Leicester leave from Guildford, Egerton Road. The station is 2 km from Guildford city centre at Egerton Rd, Guildford, UK.
Guildford, Egerton RoadEgerton Rd, Guildford, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Guildford, Egerton Road from Guildford city centre

Guildford, Egerton Road is 2 km from Guildford city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN1, 1 · 8m · €2 · every ~7 min
Ra2 · 11m · every ~13 min
N1, 1 · 12m · €2 · every ~7 min
18 · 21m · €2 · every ~2 min

Guildford, Egerton Road bus station facilities and services

Guildford, Egerton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several restaurants available within walking distance.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Guildford, Egerton Road. ATMs are available at Guildford, Egerton Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Guildford, Egerton Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Guildford, Egerton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford, Egerton Road: Wheelchair accessible routes available.

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