The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Leicester
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Leicester will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 18 buses that leave Leeds for Leicester on Tue, Jun 16, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
FlixBus2:00 PM2h25Leeds4:25 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:50 AM2h25Leeds, Coach Station12:15 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:35 AM2h25Leeds12:00 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:50 PM2h00Leeds, Coach Station10:50 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:45 AM2h00Leeds, Coach Station8:45 AMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:30 PM1h55Leeds, Coach Station7:25 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:50 PM2h00Leeds, Coach Station10:50 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:15 AM2h00Leeds, Coach Station12:15 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:45 AM2h00Leeds, Coach Station8:45 AMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:00 PM2h00Leeds, Coach Station2:00 PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Leicester:
A bus is $45 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Leicester costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€12) compared to roughly $37 (€30) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€18). The journey takes 2h 33m versus 1h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Megabus, National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Leeds to Leicester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Leeds to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Leicester buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX240 | 12:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h00 | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 3h20 | 4:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 15 | |||||
![]() | 11:55 PM Leeds | 3h20 | 3:15 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
NX180 | 2:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h50 | 5:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 2h30 | 6:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 6:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h40 | 9:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 8:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Leeds | 2h25 | 12:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h25 | 12:15 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 12:15 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Leeds | 2h25 | 4:25 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 4:50 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 6:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 7:25 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX183 | 5:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h40 | 8:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX195 | 6:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h00 | 10:50 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Leicester
Buses from Leeds to Leicester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express from Leeds to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Leicester with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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