The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cheltenham Spa (CNM) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
8:507h30Cheltenham Spa (CNM)16:20Leicester station (LEI)£71One-way0 changes
7:507h30Cheltenham Spa (CNM)15:20Leicester station (LEI)£101One-way0 changes
11:404h45Cheltenham Spa (CNM)16:25Leicester station (LEI)£201One-way0 changes
11:404h45Cheltenham Spa (CNM)16:25Leicester station (LEI)£201One-way0 changes
8:507h30Cheltenham Spa (CNM)16:20Leicester station (LEI)£71One-way0 changes
7:507h30Cheltenham Spa (CNM)15:20Leicester station (LEI)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 105 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) coaches for today, Monday 15 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:05 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 2h25 | 13:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX100 · NX151 | 11:40 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 4h45 | 16:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · NX150 | On time 15:00 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 4h25 | 19:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · NX180 | 19:10 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 4h40 | 23:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 2h25 | 23:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX100 · NX777 | On time 22:25 Cheltenham, Arle Court Park & Ride (Hatherley Lane) | 4h05 | 2:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX100 · NX777 | On time 22:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 3h50 | 2:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI)
Buses from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 105 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 1:05 |
Last bus 22:40 |
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FAQs: Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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