4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Ilford
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Ilford will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Ilford on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 train and bus for Leicester to Ilford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Ilford 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 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Ilford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Ilford buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 PM Leicester | 2h10 | 11:10 PM Ilford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 PM Leicester | 1h50 | 11:10 PM Ilford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
| 10:40 AM Leicester | 2h30 | 1:10 PM Ilford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Ilford
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Buses from Leicester to Ilford run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Leicester to IlfordYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Ilford with FlixBus, National Express for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Ilford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Ilford 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 Ilford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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