4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Leicester
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Leicester will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 13 buses that leave Leeds for Leicester on Sat, Nov 22, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leeds to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 132 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Leeds to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Leicester buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:55 PM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 3h20 | 3:15 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 22 | |||||
| NX240 | On time 12:05 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h05 | 3:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX180 | 2:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h50 | 5:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:25 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 2h25 | 6:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 9:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | On time 7:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h35 | 10:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 12:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h05 | 12:55 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 4:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 4:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 7:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX183 | On time 5:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h30 | 8:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX195 | 6:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Leicester
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Buses from Leeds to Leicester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 132 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 132 km |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Leeds to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Leicester with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) and Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. When arriving in Leicester, you can end your route in coach stations like Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, located 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre.
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