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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 10 buses that leave Birmingham International Airport for Leicester every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 46 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Leicester coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 | On time 22:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0h55 | 23:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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| NX777 | Delayed 12:55 01:25Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h05 | 05:05 05:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | Delayed 12:55 03:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h10 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | Delayed 12:55 06:10Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h10 | 07:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | Delayed 12:55 08:00Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h35 | 09:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | Delayed 12:55 09:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h30 | 11:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | Delayed 12:55 11:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h30 | 13:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 15:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h45 | 17:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 · NX150 | On time 16:20 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 3h05 | 19:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 | On time 18:25 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1h25 | 19:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester
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Buses from Birmingham International Airport to Leicester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:55, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 55m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 11:55 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham International Airport to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Birmingham International Airport to Leicester with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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