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Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester's flagship museum and gallery, known for dinosaurs, German Expressionism and broad collections for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 12 m
Buses on Sep 19
11
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester Airport to Leicester will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport to Leicester without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX181 · NX183
NX120 · NX150
NX541 · NX151
NX541 · NX150
NX120 · NX150
NX181 · NX183
NX120 · NX180
NX541 · NX151Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to Leicester:
A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Leicester costing on average €62.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-0.15. The journey takes 3h 30m versus 1h 56m 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.
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 National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Leicester buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 8h00 | 5:55 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
NX424 · NX777 | 12:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 4h45 | 5:05 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX421 · NX777 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 6h25 | 7:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX181 · NX183 | 4:35 AM Manchester, Airport | 4h20 | 8:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX150 | 8:55 AM Manchester, Airport | 4h00 | 12:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX151 | 11:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 4h30 | 4:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX150 | 3:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 3h50 | 7:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Manchester Airport to Leicester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 3:35 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Leicester's flagship museum and gallery, known for dinosaurs, German Expressionism and broad collections for first-time visitors.
Dedicated to the 2012 discovery of Richard III, this award-winning museum uses immersive displays to tell a remarkable royal story.
A grand Victorian pumping station with working steam heritage displays, making industrial history surprisingly engaging for all ages.
Revived historic quarter around Leicester Cathedral and the Richard III story, packed with lanes, heritage sites and independent venues.
Leicester's best-known green space, offering formal gardens, boating, sports facilities and a lively urban park atmosphere.
Main civic square framed by key institutions and events, useful as a central meeting point and starting place for exploring.
A flaky pastry pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, traditionally made with uncured pork. It is one of Leicestershire’s best-known foods and widely eaten in Leicester.
A hard, crumbly red cheese from Leicestershire with a nutty, mellow flavour. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and a proud regional staple.
A blue-veined Stilton-style cheese made in Leicestershire. Rich and creamy, it is strongly linked to the county’s cheesemaking tradition.
Modern British fine dining with tasting menus in an intimate setting. One of Leicester’s most acclaimed restaurants for special occasions.
Well-known modern Indian restaurant serving refined regional dishes and grills in a smart, contemporary dining room.
Long-established vegetarian Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile, known for Gujarati snacks, thalis and a lively casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester Airport to Leicester buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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