Barnet to Leicester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barnet to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 26 Feb

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

6 h 24 m

Average duration

7 h

Buses per day

2

Distance

127 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnet to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barnet to Leicester will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

To travel from Barnet to Leicester you need to make at least 2 changes.

Metroline Travel
05:016h24
High Barnet Station / Meadway (stop N)
11:25Leicester
£231One-way
2 changes
Metroline Travel
16:197h36
High Barnet Station / Meadway (stop N)
23:55Leicester
£231One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Barnet to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnet to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 127 km

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Train

£8

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Cheapest

£43

Average Price

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

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30m

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Live departures

Barnet to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Barnet to Leicester coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 17:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Metroline Travel05:01 High Barnet Station / Meadway (stop N)
6h24
11:25 Leicester2 changes
Metroline Travel16:19 High Barnet Station / Meadway (stop N)
7h36
23:55 Leicester2 changes

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Why should you book Barnet to Leicester coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Metroline Travel offer coaches services from Barnet to Leicester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barnet to Leicester.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metroline Travel to find the best option for your trip from Barnet to Leicester.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barnet to Leicester.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Barnet to Leicester.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Barnet to Leicester

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Buses from Barnet to Leicester run on average 75 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 69 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 127 km distance in 3h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
127 km
Average bus duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
75
Direct buses
69
Fastest bus
3h 0m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Metroline Travel from Barnet to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Barnet to Leicester with National Express, Metroline Travel for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
National Express frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Metroline Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 24m
Cheapest Price
£22
Metroline Travel frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Barnet to Leicester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnet to Leicester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Barnet to Leicester can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barnet to Leicester is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Barnet to Leicester is 3h 0m to travel the 127 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Barnet to Leicester leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barnet to Leicester leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 69 direct coaches a day from Barnet to Leicester with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Barnet to Leicester, you can count on National Express, Metroline Travel for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barnet and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Leicester from Barnet is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Barnet to Leicester is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barnet and Leicester including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barnet to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barnet to Leicester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barnet to Leicester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Barnet to Leicester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barnet to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Barnet to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Barnet to Leicester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barnet to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barnet to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barnet to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express.

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