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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
52
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Leicester will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Brighton to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
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NX025 · NX230Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 213 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Leicester coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:47 Brighton | 6h43 | 4:30 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
NX025 · NX450 | 2:50 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h25 | 9:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX450 | 2:55 Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h20 | 9:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 4:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h55 | 11:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 4:45 Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h50 | 11:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 6h55 | 11:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 5h30 | 10:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 6h50 | 11:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 5h25 | 10:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 5:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h55 | 13:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 5:41 Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h49 | 13:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 6:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h15 | 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 6:51 Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h09 | 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 6h15 | 14:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 6h05 | 14:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 9:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h35 | 15:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 9:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h28 | 15:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 10:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h30 | 17:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h23 | 17:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 7h45 | 19:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 7h20 | 19:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 7h30 | 19:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 7h05 | 19:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 12:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 6h30 | 18:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h23 | 18:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 13:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h35 | 20:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h28 | 20:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 7h40 | 21:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:45 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 7h20 | 21:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 13:55 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h00 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 7h05 | 21:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 7h25 | 21:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h53 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 14:50 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h15 | 22:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX230 | 14:57 Brighton, Preston Circus | 7h08 | 22:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 6h05 | 22:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 5h45 | 21:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 5h35 | 21:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 5h55 | 22:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 17:10 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 7h00 | 0:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX440 | 17:17 Brighton, Preston Circus | 6h53 | 0:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Brighton to Leicester run on average 48 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 48 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

Most Brighton to Leicester buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Use this guide to compare Brighton and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brighton, Preston Circus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Circus. ATMs are available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Buses with accessibility features serve this stop.
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. ATMs are available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station.
Available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible.
Brighton, Preston Park is 1 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Brighton, Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Park. ATMs are aTM available at the nearby convenience store.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Park.
Available at Brighton, Preston Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Park: Station is accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
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