Leicester to Handforth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Handforth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£0.00

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£-0.01

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

4 h 2 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

4 h 27 m

Buses on 15 Sept

10

Distance

107 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast coaches

To travel from Leicester to Handforth you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • National Express
    3:304h02
    Leicester
    7:32Stanley Road
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    2 changes
  • National Express
    5:254h44
    Leicester
    10:09Stanley Road
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    2 changes
  • National Express
    9:504h19
    Leicester
    14:09Stanley Road
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    2 changes
  • National Express
    11:354h45
    Leicester
    16:20Stanley Road
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    2 changes
  • National Express
    12:454h35
    Leicester
    17:20Stanley Road
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    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leicester to Handforth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Handforth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £126 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £126, while a train costs an average of £126.

Distance: 107 km

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Train
Driving

£126

Average Price

Cheapest

£22

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Handforth is a train with an average price of £126.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Handforth is by train with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Handforth take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Handforth including taking a coach and train.

Live departures

Leicester to Handforth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Handforth coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express18:05 Leicester
5h29
23:34 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express20:15 Leicester
8h55
5:10 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express23:45 Leicester
6h25
6:10 Stanley Road2 changes
Tuesday 15 September
National Express3:30 Leicester
4h02
7:32 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express5:25 Leicester
4h44
10:09 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express9:50 Leicester
4h19
14:09 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express11:35 Leicester
4h45
16:20 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express12:45 Leicester
4h35
17:20 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express13:55 Leicester
5h15
19:10 Stanley Road2 changes
National Express16:00 Leicester
4h34
20:34 Stanley Road2 changes

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Why should you book Leicester to Handforth coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Leicester to Handforth.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Handforth.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Handforth

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Take a bus from Leicester to Handforth and enjoy the approximately 107 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 107 km distance in 4h 2m.

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 £115
Distance
107 km
Average bus duration
3h 15m
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 2m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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 £115

Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to HandforthYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Handforth with National Express for as low as £115. 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 National Express Duration
4h 2m
National Express frequency
8 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.
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FAQs: Leicester to Handforth coach

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

FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Leicester to Handforth is 4h 2m to travel the 107 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 Handforth leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Handforth leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Leicester to Handforth with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Handforth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Handforth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Handforth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Handforth from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 2m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Handforth including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Handforth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Handforth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to Handforth 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Handforth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Handforth:
  • 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 Handforth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Handforth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Handforth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Handforth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Handforth with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Handforth

Most Leicester to Handforth buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Handforth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leicester
Arrival bus stations in Handforth
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre

BusHop · 0m · £2 · every ~14 min
26 · 1m · every ~10 min
21 · 4m
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre

BusX6 · 21m · £2 · every ~4 min
50 · 23m · £2 · every ~10 min
104 · 32m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
18 · 44m · every ~8 min

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