Dartford to Leicester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dartford to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 10 May

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 59 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dartford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dartford to Leicester will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.

Fast coaches

To travel from Dartford to Leicester you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX022 · NX440
    14:005h35
    Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    19:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX440
    14:006h15
    Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    20:15Leicester, Braunstone
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX440
    17:304h35
    Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    22:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX440
    17:304h25
    Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    21:55Leicester, Braunstone
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX440
    8:404h35
    Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    13:15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
    £211One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Dartford to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 162 km

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Train

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£53

Average Price

3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 53m

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30m

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Live departures

Dartford to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Leicester coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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FlixBus6:35 Dartford
2h00
8:35 Leicester0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Dartford to Leicester.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dartford to Leicester

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Buses from Dartford to Leicester run on average 48 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 2h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
162 km
Average bus duration
3h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
48
Direct buses
43
Fastest bus
2h 0m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:30
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Dartford to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Dartford to Leicester with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Price
£21
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Dartford to Leicester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Dartford to Leicester can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dartford to Leicester is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Dartford to Leicester is 2h 0m to travel the 162 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Dartford to Leicester leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dartford to Leicester leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 42 direct coaches a day from Dartford to Leicester with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Dartford to Leicester, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Dartford and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Dartford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Stratford City Bus Station . When arriving in Leicester , you can end your route in coach stations like Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester, Braunstone, Loughborough, The Rushes.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Leicester from Dartford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Dartford to Leicester is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dartford and Leicester including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Dartford to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Dartford to Leicester for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Dartford to Leicester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Dartford to Leicester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Dartford to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Dartford to Leicester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Dartford to Leicester. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Dartford to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Dartford to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Dartford to Leicester with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Leicester

Dartford
Leicester
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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Leicester, Braunstone
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