The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gillingham to Leicester
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gillingham to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham to Leicester will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Gillingham to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
NX007 · NX4405:055h00Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre10:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX4406:555h35Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre12:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX44015:155h15Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre20:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX44018:404h45Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre23:25Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX022 · NX44011:405h40Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre17:20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX44018:404h45Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre23:25Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX4405:055h00Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre10:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX44015:155h15Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre20:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
NX007 · NX4409:505h30Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre15:20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£321One-way1 change
NX007 · NX4406:555h35Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre12:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£291One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gillingham to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gillingham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 180 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gillingham to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gillingham to Leicester coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX007 · NX440 | On time 5:05 Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre | 5h00 | 10:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX007 · NX440 | On time 6:55 Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre | 5h35 | 12:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX007 · NX440 | On time 9:50 Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre | 5h30 | 15:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX022 · NX440 | On time 11:40 Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre | 5h40 | 17:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX007 · NX440 | On time 15:15 Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre | 5h15 | 20:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Gillingham to Leicester by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gillingham to Leicester
Buses from Gillingham to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:36, the last at 19:53. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 4:36 |
Last bus 19:53 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Gillingham to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Gillingham to Leicester with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gillingham to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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