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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 12 m
Buses on 18 Sept
8
Distance
96 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Fast coaches
To travel from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City you need to make at least 2 changes.
3:203h29Leicester6:49Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes- 3:453h28Leicester7:13Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 5:553h44Leicester9:39Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 7:253h14Leicester10:39Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 9:202h50Leicester12:10Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 9:202h50Leicester12:10Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 10:103h00Leicester13:10Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 7:253h14Leicester10:39Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 3:453h28Leicester7:13Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
- 3:203h29Leicester6:49Letchworth Garden City£311One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Letchworth Garden City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a coach costs an average of £39.
Distance: 96 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City is a train with an average price of £27.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City costing on average £39.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.
Other travel options to Letchworth Garden City take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 59m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Letchworth Garden City including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-19.82. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Leicester to Letchworth Garden City bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Letchworth Garden City coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 15:45 Leicester | 4h50 | 20:35 Letchworth Garden City | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 3:20 Leicester | 3h29 | 6:49 Letchworth Garden City | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Leicester to Letchworth Garden City coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £27 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 96 km distance in 1h 59m.
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 £27
Distance 96 km |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 59m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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 £27
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to Letchworth Garden CityYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Letchworth Garden City with National Express for as low as £27. 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
2h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
£31
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.
Bus providers: National Express from Leicester to Letchworth Garden CityYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Letchworth Garden City with National Express for as low as £27. 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
2h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
£31
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.
What's included in each class
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
Complete guide to Letchworth Garden City
Things to do in Letchworth Garden City
Discover the best of Letchworth Garden City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Letchworth Garden City trip today.
- Recommended
Letchworth Museum
Local museum explaining the world’s first garden city through original plans, objects and changing displays in the town centre.
- Recommended
North Hertfordshire Museum
Gallery and museum in a Victorian house showing local history, artworks and exhibitions about Hitchin and North Hertfordshire.
British Schools Museum
Family-friendly transport museum with working heritage buses, displays and event days at a preserved depot near Letchworth.
- Recommended
Broadway Gardens
Formal town-centre gardens with broad lawns, flowerbeds and event space, ideal for understanding the garden city plan on foot.
- Recommended
Broadway
Central shopping street and civic axis lined with early planned buildings, useful for seeing the town’s distinctive layout and architecture.
- Recommended
Howard Park and Gardens
Riverside nature reserve and walking area with chalk stream habitat, wetlands and easy paths close to the town centre.
Hertfordshire Clangers
A Hertfordshire staple of sausages wrapped in suet pastry and baked. A hearty county dish linked with local farming and traditional home cooking.
Hertfordshire Meat Turnovers
Small triangular pastries filled with meat and onion, once common in Hertfordshire kitchens and markets as a portable savoury snack.
Watercress Soup
Tender local watercress served in a peppery soup. The county is long associated with watercress growing, making this a classic regional dish.
L'Artista
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a relaxed modern setting.
The Fox at Willian
Stylish Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
The Broadway Hotel
Reliable pub venue for British favourites, cask ales and casual meals in a central historic Garden City setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels usually cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation can still be relatively high for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
FAQs: Leicester to Letchworth Garden City coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City can start from as little as £39 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Letchworth Garden City is £39; 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 Letchworth Garden City is 1h 59m to travel the 96 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 Letchworth Garden City leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City leaves at 22:00.
There are 7 coaches a day from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Letchworth Garden City. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Letchworth Garden City 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, St.Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) . When arriving in Letchworth Garden City , you can end your route in coach stations like Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney), located 3 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Letchworth Garden City from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Letchworth Garden City including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City:
- 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 Letchworth Garden City:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Letchworth Garden City with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Letchworth Garden City
Most Leicester to Letchworth Garden City buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City
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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