The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Longford
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Longford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Longford will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Leicester for Longford on Mon, Dec 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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 Longford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Longford 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 56m. 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 €10, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Leicester to Longford 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 Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h05 | 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 €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Live departures
Leicester to Longford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Longford buses for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 PM Leicester | 3h50 | 11:05 PM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
![]() | 2:20 AM Leicester | 2h55 | 5:15 AM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 AM Leicester | 3h20 | 6:35 AM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 AM Leicester | 3h05 | 8:30 AM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Leicester | 3h15 | 12:45 PM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Leicester | 2h30 | 7:15 PM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Longford
Buses from Leicester to Longford run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Leicester to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Longford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Longford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Longford 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 Longford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Leicester, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). When arriving in Longford, you can end your journey in bus stations like London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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 Longford, follow these tips:
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- 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).
- 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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