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Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester's flagship museum and gallery, known for dinosaurs, German Expressionism and broad collections for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Leicester will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bournemouth for Leicester on Sat, Aug 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 219 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 7 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price | €50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Leicester:
A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Leicester costing on average €56.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 18m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Leicester buses for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 7:25 AM Bournemouth | 6h05 | 1:30 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bournemouth to Leicester run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:32, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 12:32 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.

Most Bournemouth to Leicester buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leicester, Braunstone is 3 km from Leicester city centre. Public transport options include:
Leicester, Braunstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack outlets in the nearby vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester, Braunstone. ATMs are available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Available at Leicester, Braunstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester, Braunstone: Basic wheelchair accessibility.
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