The cheapest and fastest coaches from Horley to Leicester
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Horley to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Leicester will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Horley for Leicester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.
23:053h40Horley02:45Leicester£121One-way0 changes
23:309h45Horley09:15Leicester£181One-way0 changes
23:053h40Horley02:45Leicester£121One-way0 changes
23:309h45Horley09:15Leicester£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Horley to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Horley to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 176 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Horley to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Leicester coaches for today, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:00 Horley | 4h10 | 12:10 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:05 Horley | 3h40 | 02:45 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Horley to Leicester by train or coach
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Why should you book Horley to Leicester coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Leicester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Horley to Leicester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Horley to Leicester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Horley to Leicester
Buses from Horley to Leicester run on average 58 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 42 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 176 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 176 km |
Average bus duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 58 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus from Horley to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Horley to Leicester with National Express, FlixBus, Metrobus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Horley to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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Important Stations and Airports in Horley and Leicester
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