Leicester to Burnley bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Burnley

Showing times and prices for 05 Feb

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

5 h 9 m

Average duration

5 h 9 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

149 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast coaches

To travel from Leicester to Burnley you need to make at least 2 changes.

Arriva Midlands
13:455h09
Leicester
18:54Burnley
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2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Burnley

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £78.

Distance: 149 km

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Train

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£100

Average Price

5h 13m

Average total duration

4h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 42m

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30m

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Live departures

Leicester to Burnley bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Burnley coaches for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 12:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express15:00 Leicester
7h45
22:45 Burnley0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Burnley

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Buses from Leicester to Burnley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 23:37. The fastest coach covers the 149 km distance in 7h 20m.

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
149 km
Average bus duration
4h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
7h 20m
First bus
06:05
Last bus
23:37
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, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to BurnleyYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Burnley with National Express, Arriva Midlands for as low as £21. 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
7h 45m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
2 a day
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.
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Arriva Midlands

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Arriva Midlands frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Burnley coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Burnley 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 Burnley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Burnley can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Burnley is £23; 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 Leicester to Burnley is 7h 20m to travel the 149 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 Leicester to Burnley leaves at 6:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Burnley leaves at 23:37.
There are 2 coaches a day from Leicester to Burnley which require at least one change with National Express, Arriva Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Burnley, you can count on National Express, Arriva Midlands for the best way to get you to Burnley. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Burnley and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Burnley from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Burnley is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Burnley including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Burnley:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to Burnley 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Leicester to Burnley.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Burnley:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Burnley:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Burnley.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Burnley with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Burnley

Leicester
Burnley
The major coach station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station for your trip from Leicester to Burnley.
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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Address
Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ

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