Leicester to Longford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Longford

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 11 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Longford will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Leicester for Longford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 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
03:402h30
Leicester
06:10Longford
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:253h10
Leicester
19:35Longford
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
05:253h05
Leicester
08:30Longford
£161One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
03:153h20
Leicester
06:35Longford
£171One-way
0 changes
National Express
19:153h50
Leicester
23:05Longford
£251One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Leicester to Longford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Longford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £50.

Distance: 137 km

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Train

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£76

Average Price

3h 22m

Average total duration

2h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Leicester to Longford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Longford coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 00:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
03:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h15
03:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus01:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h55
03:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus01:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
03:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX23001:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
04:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus02:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
05:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus02:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h15
05:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus02:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h35
05:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus02:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h55
05:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
national_expressNX23002:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
05:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus03:20 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
1h55
05:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX240
Delayed
19:30 03:20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
13:40 13:40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus04:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
07:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX23004:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
07:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus04:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h20
07:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus04:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h40
07:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus04:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
3h00
07:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
national_expressNX23006:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h05
09:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX401
Delayed
07:45 06:20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h00
17:50 17:50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h05
09:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h25
09:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
3h00
09:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus06:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h40
09:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX23007:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h05
10:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX030
On time
07:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h05
11:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX032
On time
07:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h05
11:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h10
11:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h30
11:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h45
11:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
3h05
11:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
national_expressNX23009:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX23010:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h10
13:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h35
14:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h15
13:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX240
Delayed
19:30 10:40Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
13:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
3h10
14:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h50
13:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX032
On time
11:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h35
15:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
national_expressNX23013:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h10
16:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h40
16:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
16:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
national_expressNX23014:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h10
17:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX23015:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
18:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
18:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h15
18:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h50
18:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
2h30
18:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX23016:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h00
19:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX401
On time
17:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h40
21:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h50
20:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h10
20:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
national_expressNX440 · NX032
On time
17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h25
22:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h25
22:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX403
On time
19:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h10
23:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX466
On time
20:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
3h50
00:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3		1 change
national_expressNX23023:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
2h55
02:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Longford

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Buses from Leicester to Longford run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 55m.

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
137 km
Average bus duration
2h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
27
Direct buses
20
Fastest bus
2h 55m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
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, Megabus, FlixBus from Leicester to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Longford with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£9
FlixBus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

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
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
17 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.
Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£40
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Leicester to Longford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Longford can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Longford is £24; 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 Longford is 1 h 55 min   to travel the 84 mile long journey, with around there are 21 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leicester to Longford leaves at 03: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leicester to Longford leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Leicester to Longford without having to change trains with National Express or FlixBus. There are 8 direct coaches from Leicester to Longford each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Longford, you can count on National Express, Megabus or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Longford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Longford from Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Leicester, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). When arriving in Longford, you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Longford from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Longford is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Longford including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Leicester to Longford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Longford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Longford.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leicester to Longford.
    No, luggage for the coach from Leicester to Longford needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leicester to Longford.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Longford.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Longford.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leicester to Longford.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Longford

    Leicester
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    Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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    Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
    Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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