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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport
Showing times and prices for Jan 16
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Buses per day
89
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Fast buses
Of the 89 buses that leave Leicester for London Heathrow Airport on Fri, Jan 16, 66 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
FlixBus08:20AM3h10
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station11:30AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus08:45AM2h45
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)11:30AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus03:45PM2h50
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)06:35PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus08:20AM3h30
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station11:50AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus08:45AM3h05
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)11:50AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus03:20AM1h55
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)05:15AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$211One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus03:45PM2h30
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)06:15PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus01:00AM2h35
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)03:35AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus02:45AM2h35
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)05:20AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus01:40PM2h40
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station04:20PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
$171One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Leicester to London Heathrow Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
Leicester to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 3:14 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 6:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 6:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h50 | 6:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h30 | 6:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h50 | 8:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h10 | 8:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 16 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 3:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 3:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h55 | 3:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h35 | 3:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h35 | 6:50 AM 6:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h25 | 7:00 AM 7:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 4:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 5:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 5:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 2:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h35 | 6:50 AM 6:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 2:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h10 | 5:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h35 | 5:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h55 | 5:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1h55 | 5:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h25 | 6:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 6:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h35 | 6:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 · NX240 | On time 3:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h10 | 8:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 3:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h40 | 7:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 3:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 7:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 · NX025 | Delayed 2:30 PM 3:55 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 11:10 AM 11:10 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX030 | Delayed 2:30 PM 3:55 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h55 | 8:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX030 | Delayed 2:30 PM 3:55 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h15 | 9:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h00 | 7:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h20 | 7:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h40 | 7:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h00 | 7:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 5:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 9:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 5:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h40 | 9:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 · NX025 | Delayed 2:30 PM 6:00 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h10 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX032 | Delayed 2:30 PM 6:00 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h10 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h05 | 9:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h25 | 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h00 | 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h40 | 9:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h55 | 11:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h45 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 7:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 10:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h10 | 11:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h30 | 11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h45 | 11:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h05 | 11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h25 | 12:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 9:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h00 | 12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 10:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h10 | 1:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 10:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h35 | 1:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h35 | 2:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 1:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h00 | 1:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h30 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 10:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h40 | 2:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h10 | 2:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h50 | 1:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h45 | 4:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h20 | 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h40 | 4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h00 | 4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h50 | 5:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h20 | 5:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 1:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h00 | 5:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 2:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h40 | 6:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | 2:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 6:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 · NX230 | On time 2:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX025 | On time 3:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h05 | 8:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX444 | On time 3:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 7:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 4:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h35 | 8:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 · NX401 | On time 5:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h40 | 9:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX032 | On time 5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX032 | On time 5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 10:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h25 | 10:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX403 | On time 7:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h10 | 11:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX403 · NXN40 | On time 7:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h25 | 12:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 7:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h55 | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX030 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX466 · NXN40 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h10 | 1:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
| NX440 · NX444 · NXN40 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h10 | 1:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
| NX440 · NX466 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h50 | 12:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX025 | On time 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h35 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h20 | 3:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport
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Buses from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport run on average 50 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 28 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:15, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 2h 30m.
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
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 50 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $17 (€14) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 50 daily trains from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport with 28 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 30m but the average duration is 2h 55m
Train Operators
- Travel from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus, and Megabus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 03:15 AM and the last at 10:45 PM
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
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Leicester to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Leicester to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
FlixBus frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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 Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€13)
National Express frequency
36 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
$56 (€45)
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is $33 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) bus time is 1 h 55 min covering the 85 mile (137 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 3: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, there are 12 direct buses a day from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, FlixBus or Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Leicester to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) by bus is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR):
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for bus providers National Express and FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus providers National Express and FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depends on the bus providers:
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR):
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR):
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leicester to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.
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