Slough to Leicester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Slough to Leicester

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$15

Average price

$18

Fastest journey

3 h 6 m

Average duration

4 h 41 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Slough to Leicester will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Slough for Leicester on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 57 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
    11:59 PM3h06
    Slough
    3:05 AMLeicester
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    9:36 AM4h59
    Slough
    2:35 PMLeicester
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:58 PM5h57
    Slough
    1:55 AMLeicester
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Slough to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Slough 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 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 81 miles (131 km)

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Driving

$18

Average price

Cheapest

$68

Average price

$38

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 57m

Average total duration

3h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 46m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Slough to Leicester is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

This is compared to other travel options from Slough to Leicester:

A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Slough to Leicester costing on average $68 (€56).

The fastest way to travel from Slough to Leicester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Leicester take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Slough and Leicester including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Slough to Leicester among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $38 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 3h 27m versus 2h 6m 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, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London).

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.

Slough to Leicester Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:42AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
4h28
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:11AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
5h09
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:27AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
5h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:43AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
5h47
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:49AM
Arrival Time
12:15PM
Duration
5h26
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:49AM
Arrival Time
01:15PM
Duration
5h26
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:27AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
5h23
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:36AM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
4h59
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:25AM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
5h55
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:25AM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
5h30
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
05:35PM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:25PM
Arrival Time
07:05PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
5h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:12PM
Arrival Time
08:40PM
Duration
5h28
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:12PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
4h53
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:18PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
4h42
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:18PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
5h12
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:55PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:12PM
Arrival Time
12:10AM
Duration
4h58
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:17PM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
4h08
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:56PM
Arrival Time
01:05AM
Duration
5h09
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:58PM
Arrival Time
01:55AM
Duration
5h57
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:10PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
01:55AM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
04:30AM
Duration
6h30
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:25PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:40PM
Arrival Time
01:35AM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:59PM
Arrival Time
03:05AM
Duration
3h06
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$15

Live departures

Slough to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Slough to Leicester buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express4:12 PM Slough
4h53
9:05 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect
National Express7:56 PM Slough
5h09
1:05 AM Leicester0 transfersDirect
Sunday, June 21
National Express9:36 AM Slough
4h59
2:35 PM Leicester0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Slough to Leicester buses with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus or New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) offer buses services from Slough to Leicester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Slough to Leicester.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) to find the best option for your trip from Slough to Leicester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) to find the best option for your trip from Slough to Leicester.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Slough to Leicester.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Slough to Leicester

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Buses from Slough to Leicester run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.

There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 55m.

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
81 miles (131 km)
Average bus duration
3h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
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, FlixBus, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) from Slough to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Slough to Leicester with National Express, FlixBus, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) 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
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
FlixBus frequency
31 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.

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
4h 8m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
National Express frequency
22 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.

New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Slough to Leicester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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 Slough to Leicester can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Slough to Leicester is $18 (€15) ; 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 Slough to Leicester is 1h 55m to travel the 81 miles (131 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 Slough to Leicester leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Slough to Leicester leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct buses a day from Slough to Leicester with FlixBus, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Slough to Leicester, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Slough and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Leicester from Slough is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Slough to Leicester is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Slough and Leicester including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Slough to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Slough to Leicester for bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Slough to Leicester depends on the bus companies:
  • 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 Slough to Leicester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Slough to Leicester:
  • 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 Slough to Leicester:
  • 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 Slough 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 Slough to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Slough to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Slough to Leicester with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus.
Since neither Slough nor Leicester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Slough to Leicester among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Leicester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and public transport. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers who are not licensed and street vendors selling counterfeit goods. Staying vigilant in busy spots and using licensed services helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Slough to Leicester

Most Slough to Leicester buses use the Slough, Wellington Street to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Braunstone. Use this guide to compare Slough and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Slough
Arrival bus stations in Leicester
Slough, Wellington Street
City-centre transport

Getting to Slough, Wellington Street from Slough city centre

Bus103 · 3m · $5 · every ~3 min
702 · 11m · $2 · every ~4 min

Most popular bus connections from Slough

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