How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Leicester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Luton to Leicester start from £13. The average price for this route is around £28. 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 Luton to Leicester?

The average bus journey time from Luton to Leicester is 2h, covering a distance of 61 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Luton to Leicester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Luton to Leicester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus journey from Luton to Leicester produces an estimated 2 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 Luton to Leicester?

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 Luton to Leicester?

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 Luton to Leicester?

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 Luton to Leicester?

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 Luton to Leicester from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Luton (Town, Stand 9) Bus Stop	3h 45m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:35	Luton (Town, Stand 9) Bus Stop	1h 50m	12:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	10:25	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h	12:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	10:25	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h	12:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 10m	02:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 10m	02:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 10m	02:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:55	Luton Airport (LTN)	1h 35m	04:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 10m	02:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	01:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	2h 5m	03:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 07:27 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Luton to Leicester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

61 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £46	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£28 - £127	Average duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £13	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Luton and Leicester?

Stops in Luton

A
London Luton Airport
Visit page
B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1
C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK
D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK
E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK
F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have reported a comfortable and spacious ride with National Express, despite minor delays and confusing route information. The drivers are praised for being polite and professional, making it a good choice for travel.

National Express Luton Leicester recent customer reviews

The bus arrived 50 minutes late at the Leicester arrival point. Because of this, my friends didn’t meet me

Lioudmila K.

22 June 2024

The bus was late by half an hour then boarding itself. Comfortable ride and spacious seating otherwise

Juri J.

8 February 2024

Coach 1.5 hours late, driver kept saying 1 hour but we didn’t leave Luton until 18:35, due to leave 17.10 Initially no one knew why no bus finally one NE employee used initiative and rang heathrow Bus wasn’t trackable so no information

Steph P.

27 January 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Luton to Leicester

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 Luton to Leicester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Luton to Leicester start from £13. The average price for this route is around £28. 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 Luton to Leicester?
The average bus journey time from Luton to Leicester is 2h, covering a distance of 61 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Leicester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Leicester?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Leicester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Leicester?
A bus journey from Luton to Leicester produces an estimated 2 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 Luton to Leicester?
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 Luton to Leicester?
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 Luton to Leicester?
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 Luton to Leicester?
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

£19

28/11

£21

Today

£18

30/11

£18

01/12

£13

02/12

£12

03/12

£12

04/12

£12

The cheapest trip from Luton to Leicester was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £40 for a bus ticket from Luton to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-04.

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.