How to get from Norwich to Leicester

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What is the best way to travel from Norwich to Leicester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Leicester from Norwich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 15m
£13
£21
19
Train
2h 41m
£37
£54
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Leicester from Norwich?

You can reach Leicester with just £13 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £15
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from £13

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    19:55
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    02:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    07:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    10:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 57m
    0
    10:52
    Norwich
    Central Station
    13:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £37
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 57m
    0
    09:52
    Norwich
    Central Station
    12:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £42
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 58m
    0
    06:51
    Norwich
    Central Station
    09:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £47
  • Greater Anglia
    2h 41m
    0
    08:08
    Norwich
    Central Station
    10:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    Greater Anglia
    Economy
    from £90

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    10:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    02:00
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    10:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    07:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32

What are the fastest trips from Norwich to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester from Norwich in just 2h 41m with a Train from Greater Anglia. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 2h 41m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 4h 15m

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Greater Anglia
    2h 41m
    0
    08:08
    Norwich
    Central Station
    10:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    Greater Anglia
    Economy
    from £90
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 57m
    0
    10:52
    Norwich
    Central Station
    13:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £37
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 57m
    0
    09:52
    Norwich
    Central Station
    12:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £42
  • East Midlands Railway
    2h 58m
    0
    06:51
    Norwich
    Central Station
    09:49
    Leicester
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £47

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    07:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    6h 40m
    0
    19:55
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    02:35
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    10:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    07:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    10:15
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    7h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    09:05
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    02:00
    Norwich
    Coach Station
    10:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Norwich to Leicester

What are the most popular stations in Norwich and Leicester?

In Norwich, you will usually depart from University of East Anglia, Bar Street or Central Station, while in Leicester you will be arriving at Central Station, Fosse Park or St. Margaret's Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Leicester from Norwich? With 7 connections between 4 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Norwich and Leicester, you can pay as low as £13 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Greater Anglia: you will get to Leicester in just 2h 41m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Norwich and Leicester are FlixBus, National Express and East Midlands Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Norwich and Leicester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Norwich Airport or to Oadby, and look at flights from Norwich Airport, and landing at East Midlands Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Norwich to Leicester?

The most popular companies between Norwich and Leicester, are FlixBus, National Express and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and National Express

Train companies: East Midlands Railway and Greater Anglia

All you need to know when you travel from Norwich to Leicester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Norwich to Leicester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Norwich to Leicester

How can I reach Leicester from Norwich?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Leicester from Norwich.

How far is Leicester from Norwich?

The distance between Norwich and Leicester is 164.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Norwich and Leicester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 40 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Norwich to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester with just £13 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Norwich to Leicester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Leicester in just 2h 41m with a Train from Greater Anglia.

More routes to Norwich and to Leicester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Norwich and to Leicester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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