Bus and Coach from Preston to Leicester: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Preston to Leicester

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

today

£26

tomorrow

£28

Sunday

Monday

£24

Tuesday

Wednesday

£17

Thursday

£24

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 30m	22:35	Preston	Coach Station	05:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 22:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	5h 35m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	08:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£37	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 03:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
FlixBus	10h 0m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 14:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
FlixBus	9h 35m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	23:50	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 14:15:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 30m	22:35	Preston	Coach Station	05:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 22:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
FlixBus	9h 35m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	23:50	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 14:15:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
FlixBus	10h 0m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 14:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
National Express	5h 40m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	08:55	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£38	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 03:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	6h 30m	22:35	Preston	Coach Station	05:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 22:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
	National Express	5h 35m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	08:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station		Economy	£25	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 03:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 35m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	23:50	Leicester	Fosse Park	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 14:15:00 to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
FlixBus	10h 0m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	00:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 14:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
National Express	5h 35m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	08:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 03:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
National Express	6h 30m	22:35	Preston	Coach Station	05:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 22:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	6h 30m	22:35	Preston	Coach Station	05:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 22:35:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
	National Express	5h 35m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	08:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station		Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 03:15:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Preston to Leicester is £17 on 10/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Preston and Leicester

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

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Preston to Leicester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Preston and Leicester.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 coaches from Preston to Leicester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Preston and Leicester, with 5 offers.

Facts about coaches from Preston to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Preston to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Preston to Leicester starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus	£17
Fastest Bus	5h 35m
Earliest Coach	03:15
Latest Coach	22:35
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	162.9 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Preston to Leicester

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Preston for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£26

Saturday 06/12

£28

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

£24

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£17

Thursday 11/12

£24

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

£28

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

£30

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Preston to Leicester

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

With a price starting from £17, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Preston to Leicester. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Preston to Leicester, with £17. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

How to save money travelling from Preston to Leicester

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 Preston 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 bus from Preston 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 Preston to Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Preston to Leicester

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

National Express from Preston to Leicester

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

Cheapest Price	£23
Fastest Coach	5h 35m
Earliest Coach	03:15
Last Coach	22:35
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

FlixBus from Preston to Leicester

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

Cheapest Price	£17
Fastest Coach	9h 35m
Earliest Coach	14:15
Last Coach	14:15
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	01/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Leicester

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

Coach Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Railway Station

Wyre Street Bus Stop

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

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 Preston to Leicester? Compare all modes of transports from Preston to Leicester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Leicester

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

FAQs about the Preston to Leicester bus

How much does a Preston - Leicester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Preston - Leicester bus trip is available from £17 and takes 9h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Preston to Leicester is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £39. 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 Preston - Leicester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Preston to Leicester is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Leicester from Preston take?

The quickest coach from Preston to Leicester is provided by National Express and takes 5h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Preston to Leicester?

The earliest bus to Leicester departs from Preston at 03:15. 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 Preston to Leicester?

The latest bus to Leicester departs from Preston at 22:35. 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 Preston - Leicester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Preston to Leicester 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 Preston and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston 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: National Express and FlixBus.

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

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 Preston 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 Preston 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 Preston to Leicester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Preston and to Leicester

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