Busbud recommends taking the bus from London to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Flixbus London Leicester recent customer reviews
My bus got into a crash and delayed my ride around an hour making me miss my class.
Users have shared positive feedback about the service, highlighting its punctuality and comfortable experience. The drivers are noted for their friendliness, contributing to an enjoyable journey. However, there were some concerns regarding cleanliness in the toilets and occasional delays at certain stops that could be improved upon for a more seamless travel experience.
National Express London Leicester recent customer reviews
The coach arrived on time and was clean although someone had left their clementine peel on the table.
5 out of 5 stars
Christianne D.
Passengers were occupying 2 seats and spreading their legs on the seat next to them while we had to be cramping in the back by smelly dirty toilet.
2 out of 5 stars
Kam A.
Economical mode of transport. No midway stop-overs and arrival in centre of destination.
Customers generally had a positive experience with Megabus, appreciating the punctuality and friendliness of the drivers. The journeys were described as comfortable overall. However, some users mentioned that the Wi-Fi was slow and there were no phone chargers available on board.
Megabus London Leicester recent customer reviews
Very friendly driver also very helpful towards myself and my guide dog, very happy with Megabus service was great.
5 out of 5 stars
Steven H.
It was nice experience travelling with megabus on time reached to my destination.
5 out of 5 stars
Narasimha Rao A.
Very nice driver, departed London on time. But the bus didn’t have phone chargers but the driver accommodated our needs by connecting it to the front and been extremely polite.
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Where are the popular stops in London and Leicester?
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Leicester
How far is London from Leicester?
About 89 miles (144 km) separate London and Leicester.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Leicester?
Most of the buses traveling from London to Leicester leave from Finchley Road and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/13
$10
10/14
$7
Today
$10
10/16
$8
10/17
$7
10/18
$7
10/19
$7
10/20
$5
The cheapest trip from London to Leicester was searched and found on Oct 20, 2025 with a price of $5
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Leicester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $46 for a bus ticket from London to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-10-20.
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Bus Travel Tips
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from London to Leicester but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from London to Leicester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from London to Leicester will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Leicester?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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