Bus Tickets from Birmingham to Leicester

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Airport - BHX
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Birmingham to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$11
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 30m
Number of daily buses23
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance46 km
Latest bus departure10:55pm

Birmingham to Leicester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Leicester

  1. How long does it take to get to Leicester from Birmingham by bus?

    The bus ride from Birmingham to Leicester takes 1h 30m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Leicester in about 55m.

  2. What is the distance between Birmingham and Leicester?

    The distance between Birmingham and Leicester is approximately 55 km (35 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Birmingham to Leicester?

    Buses departing from Coach Station in Birmingham will take you to St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station in Leicester.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Leicester?

    The least expensive option to go from Birmingham to Leicester would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$4, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Birmingham to Leicester?

    The bus from Birmingham to Leicester will cost you US$11, on average.

  6. Is it possible to do a day trip from Birmingham to Leicester?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Birmingham to Leicester. You'll spend about 1h 50m on the round-trip journey between Birmingham and Leicester. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Leicester.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-22
US$13
04-23
US$13
Today
US$6
04-25
US$3
04-26
US$3
04-27
US$3
04-28
US$3
04-29
US$3
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Leicester was searched and found on Apr 25, 2025 with a price of US$3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Leicester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$3 to US$23 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$3 which is on 2025-04-25.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Birmingham to Leicester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Birmingham to Leicester will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Birmingham to Leicester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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