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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Coventry
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
46 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Coventry will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Fast buses
Of the 7 buses that leave Leicester for Coventry on Wed, Nov 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 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.
NX77711:35AM0h50
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:25PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77707:55PM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station08:40PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77701:55PM0h50
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station02:45PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77711:45PM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:30AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77709:50PM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station10:35PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77707:55PM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station08:40PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77711:45PM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:30AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77709:50PM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station10:35PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77703:30AM0h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station04:15AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
NX77711:35AM0h50
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:25PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
€151One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 36 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Coventry bus times
Showing buses for today, Tuesday, November 4
Last updated at 11:02 PM
Last updated at 11:02 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX777 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 12:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
| NX777 | 3:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 4:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h50 | 12:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 1:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h50 | 2:45 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 6:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h50 | 6:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 7:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 8:40 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX777 | 9:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 10:35 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Coventry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Leicester to Coventry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €13
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €13
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Coventry with National Express, Megabus, Arriva Midlands for as low as €13. 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 Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
€14
National Express frequency
6 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€12
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Arriva Midlands
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€3
Arriva Midlands frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Coventry
FAQs: Take the bus from Leicester to Coventry with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Coventry.
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Coventry can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Coventry is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Leicester to Coventry is on average 45 min for the 36 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Leicester to Coventry by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leicester to Coventry leaves at 11: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Leicester to Coventry leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Leicester to Coventry with National Express or Arriva Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Leicester to Coventry coach with National Express, Bus, Megabus or Arriva Midlands. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Leicester to Coventry as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Coventry from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Coventry is August.
You have options as you can travel between Leicester and Coventry 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Leicester to Coventry has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Leicester to Coventry, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
No, luggage for the coach from Leicester to Coventry needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leicester to Coventry.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leicester to Coventry
Leicester
Coventry
The major bus station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station for your trip from Leicester to Coventry.
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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The major bus station for arrivals in Coventry is Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station for your trip to Coventry from Leicester.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Fairfax StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps
WC
- Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop)
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