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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Coventry
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Coventry will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester for Coventry 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 36 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Coventry 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 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 36 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Coventry coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX777 | Delayed 05:10 03:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 12:25 12:25Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 11:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h50 | 12:25 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 13:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h50 | 14:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 18:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h50 | 18:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 19:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 20:40 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 21:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 22:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | On time 23:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0h45 | 00:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Coventry
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Buses from Leicester to Coventry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 45m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Coventry with National Express, Megabus, Arriva Midlands for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Leicester to Coventry
A variety of bus services operate between Leicester and Coventry; including National Express and Travel de Courcey coaches, and regular Stagecoach buses. There are two non-stop National Express coaches running from Leicester to Coventry daily, with journey times of approximately 50 minutes. Daily Stagecoach buses number 48 operate from early morning until late evening, and Travel de Courcey coaches operate from Fosse Shopping Park to Coventry each day.
Which coach companies travel from Leicester to Coventry?
National Express operate two direct coach services from Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station to Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station daily. Travel de Courcey operate several daily coach services from Fosse Park shopping centre to Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station with journey times ranging from 47 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes.
How long is the coach from Leicester to Coventry?
The quickest coach journey from Leicester to Coventry are 47 minutes to 50 minute; operated by Travel de Courcey and National Express, respectively. Stagecoach bus journeys from Leicester to Coventry take approximately 132 minutes, and entail frequent stops en route.
How many coaches are there from Leicester to Coventry?National Express operate two daily coaches from Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station to Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station. Travel de Courcey operate eight coaches daily from Leicester Fosse Park to Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station, with the first coach of the day departing at 07:45 a.m. and the last coach at 19:48 p.m. Stagecoach operate buses every 20 to 30 minutes throughout peak daytime hours, with the first bus leaving Leicester Haymarket Bus Station at 07:02 a.m. and the final bus of the day at 20:09 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Leicester to Coventry?
Departure bus station:All National Express coaches to Coventry leave from outside Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station, while Stagecoach buses leave from the Haymarket Bus Station in the city centre. Travel de Courcey coaches from Leicester to Coventry leave from Fosse Park shopping centre. There is a cafe, toilets, news/tobacco kiosk, and National Express office at St. Margaret's Bus Station. There are no amenities for passengers travelling from Fosse Park to Coventry with Travel de Courcey, as all coaches depart from the roadside. Passengers travelling by Stagecoach to Coventry will find the amenities at Haymarket Bus Station include toilets, baby changing facilities, and Changing Places toilets for people with profound disabilities.
Arrival bus station:
Coaches and buses from Leicester to Coventry all arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station in Coventry which is within easy walking distance of the city centre. The bus station amenities include automated ticketing, toilets, newsagents, cash points, and payphones.
FAQs: Leicester to Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Coventry
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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