4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Leicester
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Leicester will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 3 buses that leave Oxford for Leicester on Thu, Dec 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 Oxford to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 €19, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Oxford to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Leicester buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX737 · NX230 | 11:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 · NX230 | 1:45 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h20 | 5:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h45 | 6:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX160 · NX150 | 2:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h15 | 7:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX240 | 3:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h50 | 7:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 5:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h55 | 8:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 5:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 9:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX440 | 6:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h45 | 9:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 7:00 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 11:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX440 | 8:40 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 12:55 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 8:40 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h55 | 12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 9:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| UCX5 · NX230 | 10:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h10 | 3:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Oxford to Leicester run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 99 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 99 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Oxford to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Leicester with National Express, Megabus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Oxford, Frideswide Square, Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4) and Oxford, Thornhill Park and Ride. When arriving in Leicester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Braunstone.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Frideswide Square, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Oxford to Leicester
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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