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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Manchester
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Manchester will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 13 buses that leave Leicester for Manchester on Sat, Dec 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct buses cover the 119 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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 train and bus for Leicester to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 119 km
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m 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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Manchester buses for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 · NX121 | Delayed 11:55 PM 5:25 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX120 | Delayed 1:00 PM 9:50 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h40 | 2:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX120 | On time 11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h20 | 4:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX151 · NX121 | On time 12:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h05 | 5:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX120 | On time 2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h35 | 7:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h40 | 7:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 4h55 | 9:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX120 | On time 6:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h05 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX183 · NX181 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h00 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX777 · NX424 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h20 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX180 · NX171 | On time 11:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h30 | 8:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 6 | |||||
| NX777 · NX421 | 3:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h05 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX180 · NX121 | 5:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX183 · NX171 | On time 9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h55 | 1:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Manchester
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Buses from Leicester to Manchester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 119 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Manchester with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Arriva Midlands for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Leicester, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Rail Station (Stand EE). When arriving in Manchester, you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester, Airport.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around 3.9 miles (6.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leicester to Manchester
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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