Bus from Leicester to Cheltenham: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leicester to Cheltenham on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Cheltenham Coach StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Leicester St Margarets bus station
Cheltenham Coach StationFastest
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Cheltenham Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Cheltenham Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Cheltenham Coach StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:14 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Leicester to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2hAverage Duration
106 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$23 - $305Average Duration7h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$31 - $311Average Duration2h
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Cheltenham by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Cheltenham start from $23. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Leicester to Cheltenham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.

  3. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Cheltenham at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.

  4. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    A bus trip from Leicester to Cheltenham generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  5. What is the best bus company from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29858 reviews.

  6. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$18
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$21
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Cheltenham was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Cheltenham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $44 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-01-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Leicester to Cheltenham?

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