Leicester to Burnley bus with National Express

Thu, 06 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Burnley

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

9 h 45 m

Average duration

9 h 45 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.

The average ticket from Leicester to Burnley will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester for Burnley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 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.

National Express
13:009h45
Leicester
22:45Burnley
£301One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Leicester to Burnley bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Burnley coaches for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva Midlands13:45 Leicester
5h09
18:54 Burnley2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Burnley

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Take a bus from Leicester to Burnley and enjoy the approximately 149 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 23:37. The fastest coach covers the 149 km distance in 4h 55m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £137
Distance
149 km
Average bus duration
4h 43m
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
4h 55m
First bus
05:25
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £137

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 £137. 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.

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 £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Burnley is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester to Burnley coach time is 7 h 35 min   covering the 92 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leicester to Burnley leaves at 05: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leicester to Burnley leaves at 23: 45.
There are 8 coaches a day from Leicester to Burnley which require at least one change with National Express or Arriva Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Leicester to Burnley you can take a coach with National Express or Arriva Midlands. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Leicester to Burnley on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Burnley is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Burnley including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Leicester to Burnley has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley.
    No, luggage for the coach from Leicester to Burnley needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leicester to Burnley.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Burnley.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leicester to Burnley.

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