The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Southall
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Southall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Southall will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 41 buses that leave Leicester for Southall on Fri, May 08, 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
FlixBus3:45 PM2h50Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:35 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM2h30Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:15 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:30 PM2h45Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station8:15 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:20 PM2h55Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station6:15 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:20 PM3h15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station6:35 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:05 AM1h55Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM2h30Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:15 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:45 AM2h30Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)5:15 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 AM2h35Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)3:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:40 AM2h35Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)6:15 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Southall
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Southall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Southall:
A bus is $76 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Southall costing on average $92 (€73).
Other travel options to Southall take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $56 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $39 (€31). The journey takes 3h 3m versus 2h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London).
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Leicester to Southall Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Leicester to Southall bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Southall buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:25 AM Leicester | 3h05 | 9:30 AM Southall | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Leicester | 3h10 | 8:35 PM Southall | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 3:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 3:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h55 | 3:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h35 | 3:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h50 | 5:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h10 | 5:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h50 | 5:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h30 | 5:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h15 | 6:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2h55 | 6:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h55 | 6:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h35 | 6:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1h55 | 6:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h05 | 7:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h25 | 7:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h05 | 7:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h45 | 7:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 6:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h05 | 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h45 | 9:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Southall
Buses from Leicester to Southall run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) from Leicester to SouthallYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Southall with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) for as low as $12 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Southall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- 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).
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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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