Leicester to Gravesend bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Gravesend

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

168 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Gravesend will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Gravesend 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 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.

FlixBus
21:002h10
Leicester
23:10Gravesend
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
13:502h10
Leicester
16:00Gravesend
£71One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Gravesend

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Gravesend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 168 km

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Train

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£66

Average Price

4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Leicester to Gravesend bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Gravesend coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus16:40 Leicester
2h50
19:30 Gravesend0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus19:00 Leicester
2h15
21:15 Gravesend0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:00 Leicester
2h10
23:10 Gravesend0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:20 Leicester
1h50
23:10 Gravesend0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
meinfernbus_flixbus13:50 Leicester
2h10
16:00 Gravesend0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Gravesend

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Buses from Leicester to Gravesend run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 168 km distance in 2h 10m.

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
168 km
Average bus duration
4h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
24
Direct buses
19
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:30
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 from Leicester to GravesendYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Gravesend with National Express for as low as £5. 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
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
4 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.

FAQs: Leicester to Gravesend coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Gravesend can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Gravesend is £7; 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 Gravesend is 2h 10m to travel the 168 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 Gravesend leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Gravesend leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 19 direct coaches a day from Leicester to Gravesend with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Gravesend, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Gravesend. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Gravesend and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Leicester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester, Braunstone . When arriving in Gravesend , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Stratford City Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Gravesend from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Gravesend is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Gravesend including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Gravesend:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Gravesend for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to Gravesend 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.
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 Gravesend.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Gravesend:
  • 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 Gravesend:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Gravesend.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Gravesend with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Gravesend with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Gravesend with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Gravesend

Leicester
Gravesend
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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Leicester, Braunstone
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