How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Manchester start from £8. The average price for this route is around £17. 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 Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Leicester to Manchester is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leicester to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Manchester at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus journey from Leicester to Manchester produces an estimated 3 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 Manchester?

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.

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

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 Manchester?

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.

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

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 Manchester from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 55m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	12:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	7h 55m	20:40	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Leicester St Margarets bus station	7h 35m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	12:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	7h 55m	20:40	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 15m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 55m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 55m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 55m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 55m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Manchester on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Leicester St Margarets bus station	3h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	4h 55m	21:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:05	Leicester (Fosse Park)	6h 10m	16:15	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	11h 40m	19:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:50	Leicester (Fosse Park)	8h	19:50	Shudehill	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

74 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £58	Average duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£38 - £159	Average duration2h 39m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Manchester?

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
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
Visit page
B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Visit page
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Manchester

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 Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Manchester start from £8. The average price for this route is around £17. 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 Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Leicester to Manchester is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leicester to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Manchester at 02:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Manchester?
A bus journey from Leicester to Manchester produces an estimated 3 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 Manchester?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Manchester?
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 Manchester?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester to Manchester?
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

26/11

£11

27/11

£35

Today

£14

29/11

£14

30/11

£14

01/12

£8

02/12

£8

03/12

£8

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Manchester was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £41 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-02.