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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shudehill | Leicester St Margarets bus station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Leicester (Fosse Park) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Coach Station | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Leicester (Fosse Park) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Coach Station | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Leicester?
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- 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
Stops in Leicester
- A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK - 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester 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 Manchester to Leicester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Leicester start from £8. The average price for this route is around £20. 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 Manchester to Leicester?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Leicester is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 74 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Leicester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Leicester?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Leicester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Leicester?
A bus journey from Manchester to Leicester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leicester was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Leicester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £8 to £41 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Leicester 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.
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