- Must visit
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Major heritage site explaining the 1485 battle through exhibitions, trails, and interpretation. It is the area's standout museum experience.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$9
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$11
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 54 m
Buses on Sep 23
4
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Hinckley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Hinckley will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 4 buses from London to Hinckley, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hinckley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $81.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Hinckley:
A bus is $65 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hinckley costing on average $81 (€66).
Other travel options to Hinckley take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $53 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 2h 28m versus 2h 27m 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 2h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Hinckley buses for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 8:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 9:10 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 9:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 9:10 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 9:40 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 10:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 10:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 12:20 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 12:20 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 12:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 12:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h36 | 2:35 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM London | 3h10 | 10:10 AM Hinckley | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM London | 2h50 | 4:00 PM Hinckley | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM London | 3h00 | 6:30 PM Hinckley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London to Hinckley run on average 50 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 50 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 50 |
Direct buses 50 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Hinckley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hinckley trip today.
Major heritage site explaining the 1485 battle through exhibitions, trails, and interpretation. It is the area's standout museum experience.
Local history museum in a former hosiery factory, presenting Hinckley's framework knitting, wartime, and community story in an accessible heritage setting.
Historic house museum exploring early Stuart life and the Gunpowder Plot. Period rooms and guided visits make it especially engaging.
Large country park with woodland walks, open views, and family facilities. It is one of the best outdoor areas near Hinckley.
Open battlefield landscape with walking routes and interpretation points, ideal for combining countryside views with major English history.
Central pedestrian-friendly shopping street with historic surroundings, events, and easy access to key town sights and local services.
Traditional Leicestershire pork pie with a firm hot-water crust and seasoned pork filling. A classic Midlands snack linked to the county’s pie-making heritage.
Red Leicester is a nutty, crumbly hard cheese from Leicestershire. Its rich orange color and mellow flavor make it a proud regional staple.
Stilton made in Leicestershire is a famous blue cheese with a creamy texture and deep savory taste. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Established Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza, and classic mains in a polished yet welcoming setting in Hinckley town centre.
Well-known Indian restaurant with a long local reputation for curries, tandoori dishes, and attentive service in an elegant space.
Popular steakhouse and grill in Hinckley, known for cooked-to-order steaks, burgers, and a relaxed modern dining room.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Hinckley, Hawley Road (Tesco Petrol Station) -> The Borough, Hinckley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hinckley 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 Hinckley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Hinckley buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Hinckley bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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