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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leamington Spa to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 31
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$0.00
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$-0.01
Fastest journey on Aug 31
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
1 h 58 m
Buses on Aug 31
14
Distance
46 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leamington Spa to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Leamington Spa to Leicester without transferring at least 2 times.
6:51 AM1h59Leamington Spa8:50 AMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
7:21 AM2h19Leamington Spa9:40 AMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers- 8:19 AM2h32Leamington Spa10:51 AMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 9:52 AM1h59Leamington Spa11:51 AMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 10:40 AM2h11Leamington Spa12:51 PMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 6:42 PM1h51Leamington Spa8:33 PMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 6:51 AM1h59Leamington Spa8:50 AMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 9:52 AM1h59Leamington Spa11:51 AMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 11:51 AM2h00Leamington Spa1:51 PMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
- 12:51 PM2h00Leamington Spa2:51 PMLeicesterFind prices2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leamington Spa to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leamington Spa to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Leamington Spa to Leicester is a bus with an average price of $31 (€25).
This is compared to other travel options from Leamington Spa to Leicester:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leamington Spa to Leicester costing on average $37 (€30).
The fastest way to travel from Leamington Spa to Leicester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 12m.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leamington Spa and Leicester including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leamington Spa to Leicester among Omio's users.
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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.
Leamington Spa to Leicester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:51AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express Coventry | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express Coventry | Departure Time 08:19AM | Arrival Time 10:51AM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:52AM | Arrival Time 11:51AM | Duration 1h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:51PM | Duration 2h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 01:51PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:51PM | Arrival Time 02:51PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:56PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:41PM | Duration 2h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:19PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:42PM | Arrival Time 08:33PM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 07:27PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 2h08 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Leamington Spa to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leamington Spa to Leicester buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:51 AM Leamington Spa | 1h59 | 8:50 AM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 7:21 AM Leamington Spa | 2h19 | 9:40 AM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 8:19 AM Leamington Spa | 2h32 | 10:51 AM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 9:52 AM Leamington Spa | 1h59 | 11:51 AM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 10:40 AM Leamington Spa | 2h11 | 12:51 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 11:51 AM Leamington Spa | 2h00 | 1:51 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 12:51 PM Leamington Spa | 2h00 | 2:51 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 1:40 PM Leamington Spa | 2h16 | 3:56 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 2:51 PM Leamington Spa | 2h10 | 5:01 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 3:40 PM Leamington Spa | 2h35 | 6:15 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 4:20 PM Leamington Spa | 2h21 | 6:41 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
| 5:19 PM Leamington Spa | 2h06 | 7:25 PM Leicester | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Leamington Spa to Leicester buses with Omio?
National Express as well as Stagecoach Midlands offer buses services from Leamington Spa to Leicester.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester
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Buses from Leamington Spa to Leicester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 3h 6m.
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 $20 (€17)
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 6m |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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 $20 (€17)
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Midlands from Leamington Spa to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Leamington Spa to Leicester with National Express, Stagecoach Midlands for as low as $20 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 19m
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Stagecoach Midlands
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stagecoach Midlands Duration
1h 51m
Stagecoach Midlands frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to Leicester
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 Leamington Spa to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leamington Spa 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Leamington Spa to Leicester can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leamington Spa to Leicester is $31 (€25) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester is 3h 6m to travel the 28 miles (46 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester leaves at 5:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester leaves at 9:50 PM.
There are 3 buses a day from Leamington Spa to Leicester which require at least one change with National Express, Stagecoach Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester, you can count on National Express, Stagecoach Midlands for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Leamington Spa and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Leicester from Leamington Spa is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 6m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leamington Spa and Leicester including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leamington Spa to Leicester depends on the bus companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leamington Spa to Leicester:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Leamington Spa to Leicester:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leamington Spa to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Leamington Spa nor Leicester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leamington Spa to Leicester among Omio's users.
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.
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