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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Leicester
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Leicester will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 buses that leave Coventry for Leicester 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 36 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry 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 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 36 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coventry to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Leicester coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:40 Coventry | 0h55 | 08:35 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:10 Coventry | 1h05 | 16:15 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Coventry | 0h50 | 18:50 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Leicester
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Buses from Coventry to Leicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 50m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Arriva Midlands from Coventry to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Leicester with National Express, Megabus, Arriva Midlands for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Coventry to Leicester
National Express offers six coaches daily from Coventry Bus Station To Leicester Coach Station. The first coach of the day departs at 9:20 a.m. and the last coach departs at 8:45 p.m. The majority of routes are direct and the journey takes approximately one hour, with the exception of the last coach of the day where there is one stop. The duration of the journey is approximately three hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Coventry to Leicester?
Departure Station: Pool Meadow Bus Station is located on Fairfax Street, Coventry, in the city centre. Coventry Railway Station is approximately one mile from the bus station, however, the route to the train station is served by bus route 9 which is available from the bus station. Taxis are also available from the bus station.
Arrival Station: St. Margaret's Coach Station is situated on Gravel Street and is a 7-minute walk from the shops and markets in the city centre. Taxis are available from the coach station should you prefer not to walk. Alternatively, buses from the coach station serve local routes to the surrounding area.
FAQs: Coventry to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, located 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Leicester
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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