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Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

FlixBus
08:05AM7h35
Edinburgh
03:40PMLeicester
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:40PM7h10
Edinburgh
05:50AMLeicester
$351One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:10PM8h10
Edinburgh
04:20AMLeicester
$471One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:45AM8h20
Edinburgh
04:05PMLeicester
$481One-way
0 transfers

Edinburgh to Leicester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, October 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express08:10PM Edinburgh8h10 04:20AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
FlixBus08:05AM Edinburgh7h35 03:40PM Leicester0 transfersDirect
FlixBus10:40PM Edinburgh7h10 05:50AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
National Express07:45AM Edinburgh8h20 04:05PM Leicester0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Edinburgh to Leicester?

The best time to book your bus from Edinburgh to Leicester is 49 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Edinburgh to Leicester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to Leicester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Edinburgh to Leicester.

Bus times from Edinburgh to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Fastest Journey

7 h 10 m

Average

7 h 48 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

392 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Edinburgh for Leicester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

FlixBus
10:40PM7h10
Edinburgh
05:50AMLeicester
$351One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:05AM7h35
Edinburgh
03:40PMLeicester
$201One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:10PM8h10
Edinburgh
04:20AMLeicester
$471One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:45AM8h20
Edinburgh
04:05PMLeicester
$481One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Leicester

distanceDistance243 miles (392 km)
durationAverage bus duration7 h 10 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$46 (€40)
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus companiesNational Express or FlixBus

Buses from Edinburgh to Leicester cover the 243 miles (392 km) long route taking on average 7 h 10 min with our travel partners like National Express or FlixBus. There are direct bus services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $20 (€17), but the average price of bus tickets is $46 (€40). Travelers depart most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station.

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus and Megabus from Edinburgh to Leicester

Travel between Edinburgh and Leicester from $13 (€11) with Omio’s bus partners National Express, FlixBus and Megabus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Edinburgh - Leicester bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Edinburgh to Leicester with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $47
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Leicester

FAQs: Take the bus from Edinburgh to Leicester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Leicester.
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Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Leicester can start from as little as $20 (€17) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Edinburgh to Leicester is $46 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh to Leicester bus time is 7 h 10 min   covering the 243 mile (392 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Edinburgh to Leicester leaves at 5: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Edinburgh to Leicester leaves at 10: 40 PM.
For the journey from Edinburgh to Leicester you can take a bus with National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Edinburgh and Leicester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, located 0.1 miles (211 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Edinburgh to Leicester is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Leicester from Edinburgh including taking a train, bus or flight.

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