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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Norwich to Leicester
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Leicester will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 3 buses that leave Norwich for Leicester on Sun, Nov 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 09 the direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sun, Nov 09 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Norwich to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 €18, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 164 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Norwich to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Leicester buses for today, Saturday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX490 · NX440 | On time 4:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 6h40 | 10:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX728 · NX777 | On time 4:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 7h30 | 11:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, November 9 | |||||
| 8:30 AM Norwich | 7h05 | 3:35 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM Norwich | 7h05 | 6:35 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Norwich | 6h40 | 9:40 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Leicester
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Buses from Norwich to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:52, the last at 21:19. The fastest bus covers the 164 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 164 km |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 54m |
First bus 04:52 |
Last bus 21:19 |
Bus providers: National Express from Norwich to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Leicester with National Express for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Norwich to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Norwich, Bus Station, Norwich, University of East Anglia and Norwich, Bus Station. When arriving in Leicester, you can end your route in coach stations like Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Rail Station (Stand EE).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Norwich, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), located 3.9 miles (6.3 km) away from the city centre.
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