- Must visit
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Major heritage site explaining the 1485 battle through exhibitions, trails, and interpretation. It is the area's standout museum experience.
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Overview: Bus from Leicester to Hinckley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Leicester to Hinckley and enjoy the approximately 12 miles (20 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:48, the last at 23:40.
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 €3
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
First bus 5:48 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 €3
Frequently asked questions about your Leicester to Hinckley trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leicester to Hinckley.
The earliest bus from Leicester to Hinckley leaves at 5:48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Leicester to Hinckley leaves at 11:40 PM.
Leicester to Hinckley Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:19AM | Arrival Time 06:06AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:19AM | Arrival Time 07:07AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:44AM | Arrival Time 07:37AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:53AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:08AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 07:31AM | Arrival Time 08:28AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:48AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:11AM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:19AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:16AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 10:46AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 11:16AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 11:46AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:16PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:46PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:16PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:46PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:04PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:18PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:02PM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:11PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 03:18PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:52PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:11PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:28PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:41PM | Arrival Time 04:39PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:11PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:11PM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Complete guide to Hinckley
Things to do in Hinckley
Discover the best of Hinckley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hinckley trip today.
- Recommended
Hinckley and District Museum
Local history museum in a former hosiery factory, presenting Hinckley's framework knitting, wartime, and community story in an accessible heritage setting.
- Recommended
1612 Heritage Centre
Historic house museum exploring early Stuart life and the Gunpowder Plot. Period rooms and guided visits make it especially engaging.
- Must visit
Burbage Common and Woods
Large country park with woodland walks, open views, and family facilities. It is one of the best outdoor areas near Hinckley.
- Must visit
Bosworth Battlefield Trail
Open battlefield landscape with walking routes and interpretation points, ideal for combining countryside views with major English history.
- Recommended
Castle Street
Central pedestrian-friendly shopping street with historic surroundings, events, and easy access to key town sights and local services.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Traditional Leicestershire pork pie with a firm hot-water crust and seasoned pork filling. A classic Midlands snack linked to the county’s pie-making heritage.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester is a nutty, crumbly hard cheese from Leicestershire. Its rich orange color and mellow flavor make it a proud regional staple.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton made in Leicestershire is a famous blue cheese with a creamy texture and deep savory taste. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Rossini
Established Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza, and classic mains in a polished yet welcoming setting in Hinckley town centre.
Indian Spice
Well-known Indian restaurant with a long local reputation for curries, tandoori dishes, and attentive service in an elegant space.
Tarro Lounge
Popular steakhouse and grill in Hinckley, known for cooked-to-order steaks, burgers, and a relaxed modern dining room.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Arriva UK Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city center
Hinckley, Hawley Road (Tesco Petrol Station) -> The Borough, Hinckley
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Most local buses accept contactless card payment; check with the driver if you need a paper ticket.
- Use the Arriva UK Bus app for live departures, mobile tickets, and service updates in Hinckley.
Plan your visit to Hinckley
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Hinckley.
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 Hinckley, travelers should be aware of typical urban safety concerns such as pickpocketing in crowded areas and scams involving overcharging by local taxis. Staying vigilant in busy spots and using licensed transportation can help avoid common issues.
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.
FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Hinckley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Hinckley 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 Hinckley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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