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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Luton Airport to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

$37

Average price

$42

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Buses per day

16

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to Leicester will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.

Fast buses

Of the 16 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Leicester on Thu, Dec 04, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.

National Express

NX230 · NX440

10:35PM2h20

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

12:55AMLeicester, Braunstone

$371One-way

1 transfer

National Express

NX230

09:30AM2h05

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

11:35AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

$391One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX230

11:50AM2h10

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

02:00PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

$391One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX230

02:50PM2h15

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

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

$391One-way

0 transfers

National Express

NX230

04:25PM2h10

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

06:35PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station

$391One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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Most popular Bus	Train
€25 Average price Cheapest	€48 Average price
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

London Luton Airport to Leicester Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:35AM	Arrival Time 03:40AM	Duration 2h05	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $30
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:55AM	Arrival Time 04:30AM	Duration 1h35	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $32
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:15AM	Arrival Time 10:15AM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $30
Operator National Express	Departure Time 08:30AM	Arrival Time 10:30AM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:25AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 2h05	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $40
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:30AM	Arrival Time 11:35AM	Duration 2h05	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:25AM	Arrival Time 12:25PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $54
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:45AM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $30
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:50AM	Arrival Time 02:00PM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 01:25PM	Arrival Time 03:40PM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:40PM	Arrival Time 04:50PM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $30
Operator National Express	Departure Time 02:50PM	Arrival Time 05:05PM	Duration 2h15	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 06:10PM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 04:25PM	Arrival Time 06:35PM	Duration 2h10	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:25PM	Arrival Time 07:25PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $43
Operator National Express	Departure Time 05:35PM	Arrival Time 07:40PM	Duration 2h05	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $50
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:30PM	Arrival Time 08:30PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $30
Operator National Express	Departure Time 06:55PM	Arrival Time 08:55PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:30PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $30
Operator National Express	Departure Time 07:35PM	Arrival Time 09:35PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $39
Operator National Express	Departure Time 09:00PM	Arrival Time 11:00PM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 10:35PM	Arrival Time 12:55AM	Duration 2h20	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $34
Operator National Express	Departure Time 11:55PM	Arrival Time 01:55AM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Thu, Sun	Cheapest price $30

Live departures

London Luton Airport to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Leicester buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 5:40 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
	9:35 PM London Luton Airport	2h20	11:55 PM Leicester	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, December 4
NX230	1:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h05	3:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX440	2:55 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	1h35	4:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	8:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h00	10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	9:30 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h05	11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	10:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h00	12:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	11:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h10	2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	1:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h15	3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	2:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h15	5:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX230	4:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h10	6:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
NX240	5:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h05	7:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Leicester

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Buses from London Luton Airport to Leicester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.

There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 2h 0m.

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

61 miles (99 km)

Average bus duration

1h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$28 (€22)

Buses per day

12

Direct buses

10

Fastest bus

2h 0m

First bus

00:35

Last bus

21:35

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 from London Luton Airport to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Leicester with National Express for as low as $28 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 0m

Cheapest Price

$28 (€22)

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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FAQs: Bus from London Luton Airport to Leicester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton 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.

FAQs

Cheap bus tickets from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester can start from as little as $22 (€17) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester is $40 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester bus travel time is 2 h for the 61 mile (98 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester leaves at 1: 35AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester leaves at 11: 55PM.

There are 15 buses a day from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

When taking a bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester by bus is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Leicester from London Luton Airport (LTN) including taking a bus or train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester for bus company National Express.

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

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester depends on the bus company:

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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester:

National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

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

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express.

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Popular bus stations from London Luton Airport to Leicester

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Address

Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ

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