- Must visit
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
$114
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$114
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 37 m
Buses on Sep 19
3
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester without transferring at least 2 times.
G00958 · XC032400+
P76246
G00961 · XC032200+
P76256
G00962 · XC032000+
P76268
G00962 · XC032000+
P76268
G00958 · XC032400+
P76246
G00961 · XC032200+
P76256Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. 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 $42, while a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester:
A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester costing on average $82.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around $42 compared to roughly $35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.00. The journey takes 3h 20m versus 1h 59m 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 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator East Midlands Railway | Departure Time 05:41AM | Arrival Time 11:31AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 09:13AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 10:14AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet 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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NXA6 · NX440 | 10:10 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h45 | 2:55 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
NX777 | 11:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h25 | 1:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA6 · NX440 | 12:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h55 | 5:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA6 · NX440 | 12:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h45 | 4:55 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
NXA6 · NX440 | 2:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h40 | 6:50 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
NX777 | 3:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h30 | 6:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA6 · NX440 | 4:10 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h15 | 8:25 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
NX777 | 5:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h20 | 7:50 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA6 · NX440 | 6:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h40 | 10:30 PM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
NX777 | 7:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA8 · NX440 | 7:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h10 | 1:05 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
NX777 | 9:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2h10 | 11:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA6 · NX440 | 10:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h30 | 2:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX777 | 10:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h35 | 3:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX440 | 11:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h30 | 4:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA8 · NX440 | 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 10h05 | 9:55 AM Leicester, Braunstone | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
P76246+ G00958 · XC032400 | 8:13 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h37 | 11:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $29 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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 Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Leicester buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Braunstone. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leicester, Braunstone is 3 km from Leicester city centre. Public transport options include:
Leicester, Braunstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack outlets in the nearby vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester, Braunstone. ATMs are available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Available at Leicester, Braunstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester, Braunstone: Basic wheelchair accessibility.
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