Luton to Leicester bus

Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest

24

Average

24

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

National Express
10:25AMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 12:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
0 transfers
241One-way
National Express
12:25PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 02:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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241One-way
National Express
02:25PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 04:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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241One-way
National Express
05:00PMLuton Airport London (ltn)2h05 07:05PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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241One-way
National Express
09:10PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h50 11:00PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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241One-way

Bus schedule from Luton to Leicester

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 22
National Express
10:25AMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 12:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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National Express
12:25PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 02:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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National Express
02:25PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 04:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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National Express
05:00PMLuton Airport London (ltn)2h05 07:05PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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National Express
09:10PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h50 11:00PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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National Express
11:50PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h45 01:35AMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
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Bus times from Luton to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Fastest Journey

1 h 45 m

Average

1 h 52 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

97 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Luton for Leicester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

National Express
11:50PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h45 01:35AMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
0 transfers
241One-way
National Express
09:10PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h50 11:00PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
0 transfers
241One-way
National Express
10:25AMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 12:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
0 transfers
241One-way
National Express
12:25PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 02:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
0 transfers
241One-way
National Express
02:25PMLuton Airport London (ltn)1h55 04:20PMLeicester St Margarets Bus Station
0 transfers
241One-way

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Overview: Bus from Luton to Leicester

distanceDistance60 miles (97 km)
durationAverage bus duration2 h 30 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$29 (€26)
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus companiesNational Express

Buses from Luton to Leicester cover the 60 miles (97 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 30 min with our travel partners like National Express. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $29 (€26), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $28 (€25). Travelers depart most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange and arrive in Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station.

Bus providers: National Express from Luton to Leicester

You can travel by bus to Leicester from Luton with National Express for as low as $28 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Luton - Leicester bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Luton to Leicester bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 53 min
  • National Express frequency: 5 a day

Buses from Luton to Leicester

The 75-mile route from Luton to Leicester is a regularly serviced one. National Express coaches depart from Luton Airport and Luton Bus Station for the East Midlands city up to 28 times per day. Journey times range from as little as 1 hour 30 minutes for direct journeys to 3 hours for indirect routes, depending on wait times at transfer stations. Whenever passengers decide to travel, they should find a route to suit their schedule.

Which bus companies travel from Luton to Leceister?

All services from Luton to Leceister are offered by the leading provider of coach and bus travel in the UK, National Express. Across their fleet of coaches, National Express offers customers free wifi, spacious seating with ample legroom and charging points for all personal devices.

How long is the bus from Luton to Leicester?

The 100-mile route can be completed in as little as 1 hour 30 minutes. The fastest indirect service takes 2 hours 10 minutes, involving a transfer at Milton Keynes. Journey times may vary, depending on the length of wait at transfer stations, or traffic congestion during peak travel time.

How many buses are there from Luton to Leicester?

On any given day, passengers can expect close to 30 departures from Luton to Leicester. 8 of these will be direct, taking just 1 hour 30 minutes to complete the journey, with departures spread throughout the day. Numerous indirect routes are available, with departures starting as early as 4:00 a.m. continuing through until midnight.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Luton to Leicester?

Departure station: Passengers can choose to depart from Luton Airport Station or Luton Bus Station. The bus station, also known as the Interchange, is located next to the train station, which links to central London using the high-speed Thameslink service. The Airport Station is found directly by the terminals of Luton Airport. Both stations are serviced by local bus routes.

Arrival station: Passengers arrive at Leicester St.Margaret's Bus Station. Just a 15-minute walk from the train station, St Margaret's Bus Station is found on Gravel Street in the center of the city. Travelers arriving by car can make use of the nearby parking, and the station is just off Leicester ring road. The station facilities include ticket offices, a cafeteria, and toilets.  

Travel Tips: Bus to Leicester from Luton

Travel Tips: Take the bus to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Leicester.
FAQs
Bus tickets to Leicester from Luton for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $28 (€25)  one way in the next 7 days.
If you are looking to book your bus ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Luton to Leicester bus to cost on average $29 (€26)  one way.
When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Luton to Leicester by bus to be approximately 60 miles (97 km).
The bus time from Luton to Leicester is on average 2 h 30 min  for the 60 miles (97 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Luton and Leicester by bus can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

There are a few bus stations in Luton to start your route from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3) and Luton. In Leicester you have a few bus station options to choose from for your arrival including Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) and Leicester, Rail Station (Stand EE).

Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange   and arrive in Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station.

You can find the most popular departure bus station for this journey, Luton, Station Interchange, located approximately 0.5 miles (839 m) from the city center of Luton. The most popular arrival bus station in Leicester, called Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, is located around 0.4 miles (643 m) away from its city center.

Take the Luton to Leicester bus with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the route between Luton and Leicester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Yes, you can search for direct buses from Luton to Leicester on Omio with National Express, and you won’t need to transfer at another stop in between. Direct bus services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when traveling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you book your bus ticket.
The price of a one way bus ticket from Luton to Leicester is on average $29 (€26) if you purchase within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for buses from all possible bus companies offering this route. In general, you can find bus tickets to Leicester from Luton available a few months in advance.
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