The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Leicester
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
17 h 15 m
Average duration
20 h 42 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
587 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Leicester will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Cologne to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, flight and coach for Cologne to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £213.
Distance: 587 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £243 Average Price |
22h 55m Average total duration 22h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Leicester coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:55 Cologne | 25h40 | 20:35 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 22h20 | 00:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:05 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 21h55 | 00:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 24h45 | 09:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 24h20 | 09:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Leicester
Buses from Cologne to Leicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 587 km distance in 19h 25m.
Distance 587 km |
Average bus duration 22h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 19h 25m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Cologne to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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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