How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Birmingham start from £5. The average price for this route is around £11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Leicester to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Leicester to Birmingham is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Leicester to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Birmingham at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Birmingham?

A bus journey from Leicester to Birmingham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Leicester to Birmingham?

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.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Birmingham?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leicester to Birmingham?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Birmingham?

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.

Bus Leicester to Birmingham from £3 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 20m	17:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	16:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 20m	17:20	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 55m	20:00	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 55m	20:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	06:20	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	16:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	06:20	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	06:20	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	16:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	06:20	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	16:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	05:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	06:20	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	16:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	17:35	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Birmingham on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	06:20	Birmingham Airport - BHX	Fastest
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	03:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	05:05	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:25 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

34 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £22	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £26	Average duration48m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Birmingham?

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
Map
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
Map
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
Map

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
Visit page Map
D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
Map
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
Map
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
Map

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,866 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users report a positive travel experience with comfortable journeys and professional, friendly staff. The drivers are noted for their careful driving, contributing to a sense of safety during the trip. Although one review mentioned a minor delay in departure time, overall satisfaction remains high due to smooth rides and excellent service.

National Express Leicester Birmingham recent customer reviews

Journey was fine, didn’t realise it was via Coventry but we had plenty of time anyway. Good value for money. Will use again if flying from Birmingham. Normally fly from EMA but no flights till March to Corvera

Gerry N.

19 February 2025

Smooth journey. Pleasant careful driver. One gripe - the bus was 6 minutes late in leaving. Perfect drop off at airport.

Barbara D.

2 June 2023

Everything was excellent. The staff we're so friendly and helpful. The drive was smooth and didn't make me feel sick unlike London buses.

Natasha M.

7 September 2022

FlixBus

3.5/512,129 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Birmingham

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

How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Birmingham start from £5. The average price for this route is around £11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Leicester to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Leicester to Birmingham is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Leicester to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Birmingham at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Leicester to Birmingham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Leicester to Birmingham?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leicester to Birmingham?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Birmingham?
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.

Best price found

19/01

£11

20/01

£11

Today

£5

22/01

£4

23/01

£4

24/01

£4

25/01

£5

26/01

£4

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Birmingham was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £21 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-01-26.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.