The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to East Midlands Airport
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to East Midlands Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to East Midlands Airport will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester for East Midlands Airport on Sat, Feb 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 1 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to East Midlands Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to East Midlands Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$5 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to East Midlands Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to East Midlands Airport buses for tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:13 AM Leicester | 1h01 | 9:14 AM East Midlands Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to East Midlands Airport
Buses from Leicester to East Midlands Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 48m |
First bus 10:30 |
Last bus 21:55 |
Bus providers: Kinchbus from Leicester to East Midlands AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to East Midlands Airport with Kinchbus for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to East Midlands Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to East Midlands Airport 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 East Midlands Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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