Leicester to Gravesend bus with National Express

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Gravesend

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 30 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 30 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 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.

FlixBus
16:402h50
Leicester
19:30Gravesend
£51One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
13:502h10
Leicester
16:00Gravesend
£81One-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

£68

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

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Live departures

Leicester to Gravesend bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:45
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus13:50 Leicester
2h10
16:00 Gravesend0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:00 Leicester
2h10
23:10 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.
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
£20
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

FAQs: Take the bus from Leicester to Gravesend with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Gravesend.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Gravesend can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Gravesend is £18; 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 Gravesend coach travel time is 4 h 50 min   for the 104 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leicester to Gravesend leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leicester to Gravesend leaves at 22: 45.
There are 6 coaches a day from Leicester to Gravesend which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Leicester to Gravesend coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Gravesend from Leicester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Gravesend from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Gravesend is October.
You have options as you can travel between Leicester and Gravesend 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Leicester to Gravesend has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Gravesend.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Gravesend.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Leicester to Gravesend, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Gravesend

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    Gravesend
    Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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