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24/06/2025
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Leicester to London by bus

The journey from Leicester to London by bus is 89.54 mi and takes 3 hrs 10 mins. There are 289 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:05 and the last at 23:45. It is possible to travel from Leicester to London by bus for as little as £4.21 or as much as £66.80. The best price for this journey is £4.21.

Lowest Price £4.21
Journey Duration 3 hrs 10 mins
Connection per Day 289
Lowest Price £4.21
Highest Price £66.80
First Departure 00:05
Last Departure 23:45
Distance 89.54 mi
Departure Leicester
Arrival London
Carriers National Express, FlixBus

Leicester to London Bus Times

Departure date
Tuesday, 24 Jun 2025

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Best time to book Leicester to London travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.85 to £17.35 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 95% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Leicester to London

The cheapest Leicester - London bus tickets can be found for as low as £5.38 if you’re lucky, or £6.54 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £9.04.

Find the best day to travel to London by bus

When travelling to London by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express and FlixBus from Leicester to London
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Leicester to London CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
10.09kg
Bus
10.81kg
Flight
28.82kg
Car
23.06kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Leicester to London?
A bus ticket from Leicester to London is £16.15. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £4.21.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Leicester to London is £4.21. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Leicester and London by bus?
Leicester to London is 89.54 mi.
How long does the bus between Leicester and London take?
Leicester to London is on average 3 hrs 10 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Leicester to London?
The bus journey from Leicester to London is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Leicester to London?
Leicester to London has 289 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Leicester to London leave?
The earliest bus from Leicester to London departs at 00:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Leicester to London depart?
The latest bus from Leicester to London departs at 23:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Leicester to London in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £4.21 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Leicester to London?
There are on average 227 direct connection(s) from Leicester to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Leicester to London by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Leicester and London is 1 hr 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Leicester to London?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Leicester and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Leicester to London by bus?
The bus journey from Leicester to London creates 10.81kg of CO2 emissions.

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