Bus from Leicester to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to London on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    		Victoria Coach StationCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Leicester, Braunstone (Hand Luggage, nr Rowley Fields Ave)
      		Finchley RoadFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Leicester (Fosse Park)
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
          		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to London

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          2carpool per day
          2hAverage duration
          89 milesDistance
          6kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£7 - £86Average duration3h 5m
          3kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£19 - £172Average duration1h 11m
          3kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£8 - £23Average duration2h
          6kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to London

          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 London?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to London start from £7. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Leicester to London?

            The average bus journey time from Leicester to London is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the Leicester to London route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 177 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to London?

            The earliest bus departs from Leicester to London at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to London?

            A bus journey from Leicester to London produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Leicester to London?

            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 29733 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to London?

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

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Leicester to London?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to London?

            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
          27/11
          £5
          28/11
          £18
          Today
          £7
          30/11
          £6
          01/12
          £5
          02/12
          £5
          03/12
          £5
          04/12
          £5
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to London was searched and found on 1 Dec 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 Leicester to London as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from £5 to £73 for a bus ticket from Leicester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-01.

          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.

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

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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