Can I cancel my bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester depends on the bus companies: 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.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Feb 28

Cheapest price

$13

Average price

$32

Fastest journey

1 h 55 m

Average duration

2 h 19 m

Buses per day

Distance

138 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.

Fast buses

Of the 77 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Leicester on Sat, Feb 28, 66 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Feb 28 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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

01:25PM3h20

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

04:45PMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)

$131One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

01:45PM3h30

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

05:15PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

$131One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

05:55PM3h25

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

09:20PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

$131One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

01:25PM3h50

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

05:15PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

$131One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

09:20AM2h25

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

11:45AMLeicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)

$131One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $51.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train
$17 Average price Cheapest	$112 Average price
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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London Heathrow Airport to Leicester Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:05AM	Arrival Time 03:40AM	Duration 3h35	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $17
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:20AM	Arrival Time 03:05AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:30AM	Arrival Time 03:40AM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $27
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 12:40AM	Arrival Time 02:35AM	Duration 1h55	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:05AM	Arrival Time 09:00AM	Duration 4h55	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $33
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:50AM	Arrival Time 09:00AM	Duration 4h10	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $25
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:10AM	Arrival Time 09:00AM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $31
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:45AM	Arrival Time 10:05AM	Duration 4h20	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $27
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:00AM	Arrival Time 10:05AM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $33
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:50AM	Arrival Time 10:15AM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:00AM	Arrival Time 10:15AM	Duration 3h15	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:30AM	Arrival Time 10:20AM	Duration 2h50	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:30AM	Arrival Time 10:15AM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 07:50AM	Arrival Time 10:20AM	Duration 2h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:05AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $42
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:30AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $61
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:45AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 3h40	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:55AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $51
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:00AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 09:20AM	Arrival Time 11:45AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:30AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:50AM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $78
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:25AM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $51
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:50AM	Arrival Time 02:00PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $63
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:10AM	Arrival Time 03:40PM	Duration 4h30	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $48
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:20AM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:40AM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 2h35	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:55AM	Arrival Time 03:40PM	Duration 3h45	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $41
Operator National Express	Departure Time 12:20PM	Arrival Time 03:40PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $59
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:00PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 4h05	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $59
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:10PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 3h55	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $59
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:25PM	Arrival Time 04:45PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:40PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $59
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 01:45PM	Arrival Time 05:15PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:35PM	Arrival Time 06:35PM	Duration 4h00	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 06:35PM	Duration 3h35	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $59
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:20PM	Arrival Time 06:40PM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $12
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 03:40PM	Arrival Time 06:40PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 03:50PM	Arrival Time 07:40PM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 07:40PM	Duration 3h40	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:30PM	Arrival Time 07:40PM	Duration 3h10	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:05PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 3h50	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:30PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $41
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 05:55PM	Arrival Time 09:20PM	Duration 3h25	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:05PM	Arrival Time 09:35PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $17
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 06:15PM	Arrival Time 09:00PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $12
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:30PM	Arrival Time 09:35PM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:20PM	Arrival Time 11:00PM	Duration 3h40	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:30PM	Arrival Time 11:00PM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:00PM	Arrival Time 11:00PM	Duration 3h00	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:05PM	Arrival Time 10:50PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 08:25PM	Arrival Time 11:10PM	Duration 2h45	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:40PM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 5h15	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $40
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:05PM	Arrival Time 12:35AM	Duration 3h30	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $33
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:30PM	Arrival Time 12:35AM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $42
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:05PM	Arrival Time 01:10AM	Duration 3h05	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 10:25PM	Arrival Time 12:50AM	Duration 2h25	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:35PM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 3h20	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $27
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:00PM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 2h55	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $36
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45PM	Arrival Time 03:40AM	Duration 3h55	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $31
Operator FlixBus	Departure Time 11:59PM	Arrival Time 02:45AM	Duration 2h46	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $13
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:59PM	Arrival Time 04:30AM	Duration 4h31	Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $33

Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Leicester buses for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:31 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus	10:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h05	1:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	2h45	12:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h25	12:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h45	1:10 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	10:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h20	1:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	2h46	2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h06	3:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
Saturday, February 28
NX230	12:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h35	3:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h45	3:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h25	2:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
NX230	12:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h10	3:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	1h55	2:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
NXA40 · NX450	4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h55	9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX025 · NX450	Delayed 3:15 PM 4:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	4h10	9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX030 · NX450	4:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	4h10	9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX466 · NX450	5:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h50	9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX032 · NX440	Delayed 1:55 PM 5:45 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	4h20	5:45 PM 5:45 PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX032 · NX440	Delayed 7:25 AM 6:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h05	5:45 PM 5:45 PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX230	6:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h25	10:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	7:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	3h15	10:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	7:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	2h50	10:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	7:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h45	10:15 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	7:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h30	10:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	8:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h25	11:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h00	11:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	8:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h40	12:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	8:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	3h30	12:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h10	12:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	2h45	11:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h25	11:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h50	12:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	Delayed 1:50 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h55	12:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX202 · NX230	Delayed 4:40 PM 9:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h05	1:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX230	10:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h30	1:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	10:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h05	1:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230 · NX230	11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h30	3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	11:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	2h55	2:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h35	2:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	11:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h45	3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h20	3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	1:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h50	4:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	3h40	4:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h20	4:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h50	5:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	1:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h10	4:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h30	5:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h00	4:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
NX230	2:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h35	6:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h10	6:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h20	6:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h45	7:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h00	6:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h25	7:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	3:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h35	7:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	3h25	7:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	On time 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h55	7:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	5:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h25	8:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	5:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h00	8:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h25	9:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h05	9:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
NX230	6:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h25	9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h45	9:00 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h05	9:20 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h00	9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	7:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h40	11:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	3h30	11:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	8:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h00	11:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	2h45	10:50 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h05	11:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h45	11:10 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	8:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	2h25	10:50 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)	0 transfersDirect
NX202 · NX230	On time 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h15	1:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX230	9:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h30	12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	9:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h05	12:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX025 · NX230	On time 11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5	3h55	3:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
NX025 · NX440	On time 11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h31	4:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester

United Kingdom

Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester run on average 61 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.

There are 50 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:59. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 2h 25m.

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 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$11 (€9)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

2h 25m

First bus

00:20

Last bus

23:59

Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from London Heathrow Airport to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Leicester with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $11 (€9). 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 25m

Cheapest Price

$11 (€9)

FlixBus frequency

6 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.

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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

$17 (€13)

National Express frequency

10 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.

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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

4h 15m

Cheapest Price

$24 (€19)

Megabus frequency

2 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 London Heathrow Airport to Leicester

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

Cheap bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Leicester is $17 (€14) ; 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 London Heathrow Airport to Leicester is 2h 25m to travel the 85 miles (138 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 London Heathrow Airport to Leicester leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester leaves at 11:59 PM.

Yes, there are 50 direct buses a day from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

When taking a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

A trip to Leicester from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Leicester including taking a bus and train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester:

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.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester for bus company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester depends on the bus companies:

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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.

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 London Heathrow Airport to Leicester.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester:

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).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester:

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.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

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