Bus from Leicester to Cheltenham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Cheltenham on 2 February
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 Tuesday at 15:12 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2hAverage duration
66 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£12 - £161Average duration7h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£17 - £165Average duration2h
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Cheltenham

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Cheltenham start from £12. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.

  3. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Cheltenham?

    The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Cheltenham at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:20.

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

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

  5. Which 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 29871 reviews.

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

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

  7. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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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29/01
£12
30/01
£14
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02/02
£10
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£11
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£10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Cheltenham was searched and found on 4 Feb 2026 with a price of £10

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 £10 to £25 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 £10, which is on 2026-02-04.

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

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