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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Dunstable
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
4 h 50 m
Buses on 15 Sept
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Dunstable is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Dunstable will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 1 buses from Leicester to Dunstable, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.
15:454h50Leicester20:35Dunstable£141One-way0 changes
- 15:454h50Leicester20:35Dunstable£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Dunstable
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Dunstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 93 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Dunstable:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Dunstable costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Dunstable take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 25m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 25m by bus vs 1h 27m by car) and save roughly £12 compared to fuel and tolls (£7 vs £19). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Leicester to Dunstable bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Dunstable coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:45 Leicester | 4h50 | 20:35 Dunstable | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Dunstable
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Buses from Leicester to Dunstable run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Leicester to Dunstable coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Dunstable 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 Dunstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Dunstable
Most Leicester to Dunstable buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Luton, Station Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Dunstable bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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