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Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 17 Sept

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
FlixBus
16:103h50
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
20:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£91One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
14:252h55
Leicester
17:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£111One-way
0 changes

Bus timetableLeicester to Manchester

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 September
FlixBus
14:252h55
Leicester
17:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
0 changes
FlixBus
16:103h50
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
20:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
0 changes

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Bus times from Leicester to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 17 Sept

Fastest Journey

2 h 55 m

Average

3 h 22 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

119 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
FlixBus
14:252h55
Leicester
17:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£111One-way
0 changes
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
16:103h50
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
20:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£91One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Coach from Leicester to Manchester

distanceDistance74 miles
durationAverage coach duration2 h 35 min
priceAverage coach ticket price£17 (€19)
frequencyCoach frequency1 a day
changesDirect coachYes, there is 1 direct coach a day
carriersCoach companiesNational Express, FlixBus or Megabus

Coaches from Leicester to Manchester cover the 74 miles long route taking on average 2 h 35 min with our travel partners like National Express, FlixBus or Megabus. Normally, there is 1 coach operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £17, you can find the cheapest coach ticket for as low as £9. Travellers depart most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Coach companies: National Express, FlixBus and Megabus Leicester to Manchester

Find the best coaches to Manchester from Leicester with Omio's travel partners National Express, FlixBus and Megabus from £5. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Leicester - Manchester coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Coach information from Leicester to Manchester with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: £18

Coaches from Leicester to Manchester

Passengers wishing to visit the Northern hub from Leicester have a wide range of option to choose from when travelling by coach. With 26 departures from Monday to Friday and 24 on Saturday and Sunday, the route can be completed in as little as three hours 20 minutes. Only two services per day are direct, though numerous indirect options are available with one change required in either Birmingham or Leeds.

Which coach companies travel from Leicester to Manchester?

All services, whether direct or indirect, are offered by National Express coaches. Coach travel is a greener way to travel and National Express has committed to emitting less carbon dioxide. On board the coach, passengers will find charging points for smartphones and laptops, WiFi and comfortable, spacious seating.

How long is the coach from Leicester to Manchester?

The journey time varies significantly depending on the route and service passengers opt for. The fastest direct service is just three hours 20 minutes. The longest indirect route is the overnight service leaving Leicester at just before midnight, taking eight hours ten minutes. On average, passengers can expect an indirect route to take between four hours 30 minutes and five hours 30 minutes to complete the 100-mile route.

How many coaches are there from Leicester to Manchester?

During the week, passengers can expect to choose from up to 26 departures. Two of these services are direct with most others requiring a change at either Birmingham or Leeds. During the weekend, service decreases slightly, though passengers can still expect at least 24 coach departures.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Leicester to Manchester?

Departure coach station: All coaches depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station. Located on Gravel Street, the station is a short five minutes away from the city centre and just off the Leicester ring road. Leicester Railway Station is a 15-minute walk across town. Station facilities include a cafeteria, newsagents, ticket machines and toilets.

Arrival station:All coaches will terminate at Manchester Bus Station. Located in the city centre, it is accessible by bus, car, tram or on foot. The journey between Manchester Bus Station and Manchester's main railway station is quick and easy, just a seven-minute walk away. Manchester Bus Station has a seated waiting lounge, toilets, luggage storage, and food and drink options.

FAQs: Leicester to Manchester coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Leicester to Manchester 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 Manchester.
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Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Manchester can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Manchester is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Manchester from Leicester is on average 2 h 35 min   for the 74 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Leicester to Manchester by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leicester to Manchester leaves at 08: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leicester to Manchester leaves at 22: 55.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Leicester to Manchester without having to change trains with FlixBus. There is 1 direct coach from Leicester to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Leicester to Manchester you can take a coach with National Express, FlixBus or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Leicester to Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.1 miles (211 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Manchester from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Manchester is October.
You have options as you can travel to Manchester from Leicester 2 different ways: train or coach.

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