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Which bus from Leeds to Leicester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Leeds to Leicester. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£10
tomorrow
£8
Sunday
£8
Monday
£6
Tuesday
£6
Wednesday
£10
Thursday
£8

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 0m 07:00 Leeds Bus Station 09:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £10
FlixBus 2h 25m 09:35 Leeds Bus Station 12:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £10
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 2h 15m 14:50 Leeds Bus Station 17:05 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £12
National Express 3h 5m 00:05 Leeds Bus Station 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 0m 07:00 Leeds Bus Station 09:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £8
FlixBus 2h 25m 09:35 Leeds Bus Station 12:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £8
FlixBus 2h 25m 14:05 Leeds Bus Station 16:30 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £8
National Express 3h 35m 07:00 Leeds Bus Station 10:35 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 0m 07:00 Leeds Bus Station 09:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £8
FlixBus 2h 25m 09:35 Leeds Bus Station 12:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £9
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £10
FlixBus 2h 5m 10:50 Leeds Bus Station 12:55 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £10
National Express 3h 5m 00:05 Leeds Bus Station 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 25m 14:05 Leeds Bus Station 16:30 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 0m 07:00 Leeds Bus Station 09:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £7
FlixBus 2h 25m 09:35 Leeds Bus Station 12:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £7
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £8
National Express 3h 5m 00:05 Leeds Bus Station 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 25m 09:35 Leeds Bus Station 12:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 25m 14:05 Leeds Bus Station 16:30 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 0m 07:00 Leeds Bus Station 09:00 Leicester Fosse Park  Economy £7
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £8
National Express 3h 50m 06:45 Leeds Bus Station 10:35 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £10
National Express 3h 5m 00:05 Leeds Bus Station 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 50m 06:45 Leeds Bus Station 10:35 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16
National Express 2h 50m 02:30 Leeds Bus Station 05:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £22
National Express 2h 40m 17:30 Leeds Bus Station 20:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Leicester via Sheffield, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 10m
      0
      18:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      18:35
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 10m
      0
      19:00
      Sheffield
      Coach Station
      21:10
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 10m 18:00 Leeds Bus Station 21:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £8
National Express 3h 50m 06:45 Leeds Bus Station 10:35 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 5m 00:05 Leeds Bus Station 03:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £18
National Express 2h 50m 02:30 Leeds Bus Station 05:20 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £22
National Express 2h 40m 17:30 Leeds Bus Station 20:10 Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy £22

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Leeds to Leicester is £6 on 08/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Leeds and Leicester?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Leeds to Leicester. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily coaches from Leeds to Leicester. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Leeds and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 22 coaches from Leeds to Leicester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leeds and Leicester, with 12 offers.

All facts for Leeds to Leicester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and National Express that travel daily 10 times by bus from Leeds to Leicester in one click. Book your Leeds to Leicester bus ticket starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Coach 00:05
Latest Coach 18:00
Daily Bus Connections 10 Ø
Distance 132.3 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Leeds to Leicester?

Every day, 10 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leeds for Leicester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£10
Saturday 06/12
£16
Sunday 07/12
£8
Monday 08/12
£6
Tuesday 09/12
£6
Wednesday 10/12
£10
Thursday 11/12
£8
Friday 12/12
£8
Saturday 13/12
£10
Sunday 14/12
£8
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£10
Wednesday 17/12
£10
Thursday 18/12
£9
Friday 19/12
£16
Saturday 20/12
£16
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
£17
Tuesday 23/12
£14
Wednesday 24/12
£14
Thursday 25/12
£36
Friday 26/12
£14
Saturday 27/12
£17
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Leeds to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leeds to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leeds to Leicester. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leeds to Leicester, with £6. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £8.

How to save money travelling from Leeds to Leicester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Leeds to Leicester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Leeds to Leicester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Leeds to Leicester are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Leeds to Leicester?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Leeds to Leicester timetable.

National Express from Leeds to Leicester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Leeds to Leicester:

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 2h 30m
Earliest Coach 00:05
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025

FlixBus from Leeds to Leicester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Leeds to Leicester:

Cheapest Price £6
Fastest Coach 2h 0m
Earliest Coach 04:25
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Leeds and Leicester

Here is a map with all coach stations in Leeds and Leicester. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Leeds to Leicester? Compare all modes of transports from Leeds to Leicester.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Leeds to Leicester

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Leeds to Leicester. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Leeds to Leicester bus

How much does a Leeds Leicester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leeds Leicester bus trip is available from £6 and takes 2h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Leeds to Leicester?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £22. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Leicester.

How many connections are available for the Leeds Leicester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leeds to Leicester is offered by roughly 10 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Leicester from Leeds take?

The quickest coach from Leeds to Leicester is provided by FlixBus and takes 2h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £10. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leeds to Leicester?

The earliest bus to Leicester departs from Leeds at 00:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Leeds to Leicester?

The latest bus to Leicester departs from Leeds at 18:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Leeds Leicester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Leeds to Leicester can travel with FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Leeds and Leicester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Leicester from Leeds?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Leeds Leicester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Leeds Leicester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Leeds to Leicester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Leeds to Leicester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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