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The cheapest and fastest buses from East Midlands Airport to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 15
Cheapest price on Oct 15
$5
Average ticket price on Oct 15
$5
Fastest journey on Oct 15
47 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
48 m
Buses on Oct 15
29
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from East Midlands Airport to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Midlands Airport to Leicester will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Fast buses
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 29 buses from East Midlands Airport to Leicester, including 29 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the slowest buses will take 48 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.
1:27 PM0h54Coach Park2:21 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers- 1:42 PM0h54Coach Park2:36 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 1:57 PM0h55Coach Park2:52 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 2:12 PM0h55Coach Park3:07 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 2:27 PM0h55Coach Park3:22 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:01 PM0h47Coach Park8:48 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 8:31 PM0h47Coach Park9:18 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 PM0h48Coach Park9:48 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM0h48Coach Park10:18 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM0h48Coach Park10:48 PMLeicester$51One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester and enjoy the approximately 15 miles (25 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 23:00.
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 $14 (€12)
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
First bus 12:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 $14 (€12)
East Midlands Airport to Leicester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 12:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 02:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:33AM | Arrival Time 06:27AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:53AM | Arrival Time 06:47AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 06:13AM | Arrival Time 07:17AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 06:33AM | Arrival Time 07:32AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 06:53AM | Arrival Time 07:52AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 07:06AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 08:22AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 07:39AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 09:07AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 08:23AM | Arrival Time 09:24AM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 08:58AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 09:13AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:37AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 01:27PM | Arrival Time 02:21PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 01:42PM | Arrival Time 02:36PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 01:57PM | Arrival Time 02:52PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 02:12PM | Arrival Time 03:07PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 02:27PM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 02:42PM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 02:59PM | Arrival Time 03:57PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 03:14PM | Arrival Time 04:12PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 03:29PM | Arrival Time 04:27PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 03:44PM | Arrival Time 04:47PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 04:16PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 04:31PM | Arrival Time 05:34PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 04:49PM | Arrival Time 05:52PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:21PM | Arrival Time 06:23PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 06:36PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 05:54PM | Arrival Time 06:51PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:24PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:54PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 07:11PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 07:36PM | Arrival Time 08:26PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 08:01PM | Arrival Time 08:48PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 08:31PM | Arrival Time 09:18PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:48PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:18PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:48PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:18PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Kinchbus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:48PM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Live departures
East Midlands Airport to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for East Midlands Airport to Leicester buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:27 PM Coach Park | 0h54 | 2:21 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:42 PM Coach Park | 0h54 | 2:36 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:57 PM Coach Park | 0h55 | 2:52 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:12 PM Coach Park | 0h55 | 3:07 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:27 PM Coach Park | 0h55 | 3:22 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:42 PM Coach Park | 0h55 | 3:37 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:59 PM Coach Park | 0h58 | 3:57 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:14 PM Coach Park | 0h58 | 4:12 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:29 PM Coach Park | 0h58 | 4:27 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:44 PM Coach Park | 1h03 | 4:47 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:01 PM Coach Park | 1h03 | 5:04 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:16 PM Coach Park | 1h03 | 5:19 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:31 PM Coach Park | 1h03 | 5:34 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:49 PM Coach Park | 1h03 | 5:52 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Coach Park | 1h01 | 6:06 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:21 PM Coach Park | 1h02 | 6:23 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:39 PM Coach Park | 0h57 | 6:36 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:54 PM Coach Park | 0h57 | 6:51 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 PM Coach Park | 0h54 | 7:24 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:50 PM Coach Park | 1h04 | 7:54 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:11 PM Coach Park | 0h54 | 8:05 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:36 PM Coach Park | 0h50 | 8:26 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:01 PM Coach Park | 0h47 | 8:48 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:31 PM Coach Park | 0h47 | 9:18 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 PM Coach Park | 0h48 | 9:48 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 PM Coach Park | 0h48 | 10:18 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Coach Park | 0h48 | 10:48 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 PM Coach Park | 0h48 | 11:18 PM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Things to do in Leicester
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
- Must visit
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Dedicated to the 2012 discovery of Richard III, this award-winning museum uses immersive displays to tell a remarkable royal story.
- Recommended
Abbey Pumping Station
A grand Victorian pumping station with working steam heritage displays, making industrial history surprisingly engaging for all ages.
- Must visit
Old Town
Revived historic quarter around Leicester Cathedral and the Richard III story, packed with lanes, heritage sites and independent venues.
- Must visit
Abbey Park
Leicester's best-known green space, offering formal gardens, boating, sports facilities and a lively urban park atmosphere.
- Recommended
Town Hall Square
Main civic square framed by key institutions and events, useful as a central meeting point and starting place for exploring.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
A flaky pastry pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, traditionally made with uncured pork. It is one of Leicestershire’s best-known foods and widely eaten in Leicester.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
A hard, crumbly red cheese from Leicestershire with a nutty, mellow flavour. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and a proud regional staple.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Stilton
A blue-veined Stilton-style cheese made in Leicestershire. Rich and creamy, it is strongly linked to the county’s cheesemaking tradition.
John's House
Modern British fine dining with tasting menus in an intimate setting. One of Leicester’s most acclaimed restaurants for special occasions.
Herb
Well-known modern Indian restaurant serving refined regional dishes and grills in a smart, contemporary dining room.
Shivalli
Long-established vegetarian Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile, known for Gujarati snacks, thalis and a lively casual atmosphere.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Midlands Airport 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.
The earliest bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester leaves at 12:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester leaves at 11:00 PM.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between East Midlands Airport and Leicester including taking a bus and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
No, the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
No, luggage for the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from East Midlands Airport to Leicester.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Leicester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and public transport. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers who are not licensed and street vendors selling counterfeit goods. Staying vigilant in busy spots and using licensed services helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from East Midlands Airport to Leicester
Most East Midlands Airport to Leicester buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus 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 East Midlands Airport and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Nottingham
Arrival bus stations in Leicester
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
BusHop · 0m · $3 · every ~14 min
26 · 1m · every ~10 min
21 · 4m
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
BusX6 · 21m · $3 · every ~4 min
50 · 23m · $3 · every ~10 min
104 · 32m · $2 · every ~10 min
18 · 44m · every ~8 min
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