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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 on Oct 23
€24
Average ticket price on Oct 23
€28
Fastest journey on Oct 23
6 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
7 h 25 m
Buses on Oct 23
3
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Leicester will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Fri, Oct 23, we found 3 buses from Exeter to Leicester, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 23 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Fri, Oct 23 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 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.






Buses from Exeter to Leicester run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Exeter to Leicester.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Leicester buses for today, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:55 PM Exeter | 9h15 | 2:10 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 23 | |||||
![]() | 1:10 AM Exeter | 9h10 | 10:20 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Exeter to Leicester buses use the Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Braunstone. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court. ATMs are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court.
Available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court: Wheelchair accessible.
Exeter, Honiton Road is 3 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter, Honiton Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the station (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Exeter, Honiton Road.
Available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter, Honiton Road: Ramps.
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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