Bus and Coach from Leicester to Bournemouth: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leicester to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

£13

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

£13

Saturday

£13

Sunday

£16

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 10m	11:40	Leicester	Braunstone	19:50	Bournemouth	University	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 11:40:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 19:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
National Express	6h 8m	14:10	Leicester	Braunstone	20:18	Bournemouth	University	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 14:10:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 20:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 8m
National Express	6h 18m	17:15	Leicester	Braunstone	23:33	Bournemouth	University	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 17:15:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 23:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m
FlixBus	7h 5m	15:45	Leicester	Fosse Park	22:50	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 15:45:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 22:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	7h 55m	04:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	12:10	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 04:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 12:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 5m	12:30	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	19:35	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 12:30:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	6h 25m	14:00	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	20:25	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 14:00:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 20:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	6h 15m	17:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	23:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 17:05:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 23:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	7h 55m	06:25	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	14:20	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 06:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
FlixBus	8h 0m	08:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	16:15	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 08:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 15m	06:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	13:05	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 06:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express	6h 40m	09:25	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	16:05	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 09:25:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
National Express	7h 5m	11:30	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	18:35	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 11:30:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	6h 40m	17:45	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	00:25	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 17:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
National Express	6h 0m	19:00	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	01:00	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 19:00:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 10m	04:10	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	10:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 04:10:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	5h 50m	06:20	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	12:10	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 06:20:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 12:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	6h 0m	19:00	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	01:00	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 19:00:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/05/2026 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	5h 40m	06:30	Leicester	Braunstone	12:10	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 06:30:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 12:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
National Express	6h 15m	06:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	13:05	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 06:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 13:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Leicester to Bournemouth is £12 on 26/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 43 daily coaches from Leicester to Bournemouth. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 31 daily coaches between Leicester and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 63 coaches from Leicester to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Bournemouth, with 10 offers.

Facts about coaches from Leicester to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 36 times every day by bus from Leicester to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Bournemouth starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus	£12
Fastest Bus	5h 40m
Earliest Coach	04:10
Latest Coach	21:30
Daily Bus Connections	36 Ø
Distance	219.3 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Leicester to Bournemouth

Every day, 36 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leicester for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 04/05

£15

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£13

Saturday 09/05

£14

Sunday 10/05

£16

Monday 11/05

£13

Tuesday 12/05

£13

Wednesday 13/05

£13

Thursday 14/05

£13

Friday 15/05

£13

Saturday 16/05

£16

Sunday 17/05

£13

Monday 18/05

£14

Tuesday 19/05

£13

Wednesday 20/05

£13

Thursday 21/05

£17

Friday 22/05

£17

Saturday 23/05

£17

Sunday 24/05

£17

Monday 25/05

£17

Tuesday 26/05

£12

Wednesday 27/05

£17

Thursday 28/05

£17

Friday 29/05

£17

Saturday 30/05

£18

Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £13, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Bournemouth. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Bournemouth, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Leicester to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Leicester to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth, 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 Leicester to Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leicester to Bournemouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Leicester to Bournemouth from our users.

National Express from Leicester to Bournemouth

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

Cheapest Price	£13
Fastest Coach	5h 40m
Earliest Coach	04:10
Last Coach	21:30
Daily Connections	30 Ø
Found on	10/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Bournemouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Leicester and Bournemouth.

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Central Station

Seaward road 401

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Central Coach Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Chapel Gate

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Leicester to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Leicester to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Leicester to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Leicester - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £12 and takes 7h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Leicester to Bournemouth is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £34. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Leicester to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 36 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 5h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Leicester at 04:10. 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 Leicester to Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Leicester at 21:30. 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 Leicester - Bournemouth route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bournemouth?

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

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Leicester Bournemouth 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 Leicester Bournemouth 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 Leicester to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Leicester to Bournemouth?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 36 daily trips between Leicester and Bournemouth. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Leicester to Bournemouth?

Prices and availability for 36 trips between Leicester and Bournemouth change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Leicester and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Leicester and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!