Leicester to Stratford bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Stratford

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$9

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 25 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

144 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Stratford will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Leicester for Stratford on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

On Tue, Jun 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.

  • FlixBus
    11:40 AM2h30
    Leicester
    2:10 PMStratford
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:15 PM2h30
    Leicester
    11:45 PMStratford
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:15 PM2h15
    Leicester
    9:30 PMStratford
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leicester to Stratford

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $43.

Distance: 89 miles (144 km)

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Train
Driving

$9

Average price

Cheapest

$90

Average price

$57

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 38m

Average total duration

3h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Stratford is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Stratford:

A bus is $81 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Stratford costing on average $90 (€73).

The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Stratford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Stratford take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Stratford including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leicester to Stratford among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $57 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 3h 8m versus 2h 20m 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.

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 Stratford Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:05AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:20AM
Arrival Time
07:30AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
07:30AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:20AM
Arrival Time
08:00AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
08:55AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:20AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:55AM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
09:40AM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:35AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:50AM
Arrival Time
11:25AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:05AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:25AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:40AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
02:45PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
02:25PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:05PM
Arrival Time
04:40PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
06:05PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:45PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:55PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:05PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:05PM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:15PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:15PM
Arrival Time
11:45PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:35PM
Arrival Time
11:50PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
12:10AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:15PM
Arrival Time
12:25AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:35PM
Arrival Time
12:45AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$9

Live departures

Leicester to Stratford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Stratford buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
8:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h25
8:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:20 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h05
8:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:20 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
8:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h55
8:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h30
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
10:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h25
9:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h05
9:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
10:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
11:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h30
10:45 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h40
11:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h10
10:45 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
11:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h00
10:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h25
12:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:25 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:25 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h05
12:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h30
2:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
2:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h10
2:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h40
2:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h25
2:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h55
2:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:25 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h00
2:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:25 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h40
3:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h10
4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h10
3:50 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h40
4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h30
4:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
4:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h00
4:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:20 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h10
4:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:20 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h40
5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h25
6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
6:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
6:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h05
6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h25
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h50
6:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h45
8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h15
8:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h25
8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h55
8:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h10
9:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h50
8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h00
9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h30
10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h45
11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h15
10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h25
11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h55
10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h10
12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h30
12:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:35 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h10
12:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:35 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h50
12:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h50
12:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h15
1:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Stratford

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Buses from Leicester to Stratford run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 1h 50m.

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
89 miles (144 km)
Average bus duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Buses per day
31
Direct buses
29
Fastest bus
1h 50m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
2 days
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: FlixBus, National Express from Leicester to StratfordYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Stratford with FlixBus, National Express for as low as $7 (€6). 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
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€6)
FlixBus frequency
50 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
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
$46 (€37)
National Express frequency
3 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.

FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Stratford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Stratford can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leicester to Stratford is $9 (€7) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Leicester to Stratford is 1h 50m to travel the 89 miles (144 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Leicester to Stratford leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Leicester to Stratford leaves at 11:53 PM.
Yes, there are 29 direct buses a day from Leicester to Stratford with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Leicester to Stratford, you can count on FlixBus, National Express for the best way to get you to Stratford. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Leicester and Stratford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Leicester , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester, Braunstone, Loughborough, The Rushes . When arriving in Stratford , you can end your journey in bus stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Bow Church Station (Stop A) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Stratford from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Leicester to Stratford is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Stratford including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leicester to Stratford for bus company FlixBus, National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leicester to Stratford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leicester to Stratford depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus, National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leicester to Stratford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leicester to Stratford:
  • 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 Stratford:
  • 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 Stratford. 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 Stratford with the following bus company: FlixBus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leicester to Stratford with the following bus company: FlixBus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leicester to Stratford with the following bus company: FlixBus, National Express.
Since neither Leicester nor Stratford are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leicester to Stratford among Omio's users.
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 Stratford, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as near the Stratford International station and during events at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Common scams include overcharging by some taxi drivers and unofficial ticket sellers offering inflated prices for local transportation or theatre tickets. It is advisable to use authorized services and stay vigilant in busy spots to ensure safety.
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.

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Popular bus stations from Leicester to Stratford

Leicester
Stratford
The major bus station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) for your trip from Leicester to Stratford.
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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