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Ham House and Garden
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 28 m
Buses on 23 Sept
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Richmond is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Richmond will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 buses from Leicester to Richmond, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
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FlixBusThe table below shows live departures for Leicester to Richmond coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h25 | 6:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 2h30 | 6:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30.
Distance 143 km |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Discover the best of Richmond — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Richmond trip today.
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
Museum on Richmond’s local history, art and heritage, with displays on the town, the Thames and notable residents. Compact, informative and central.
Small gallery and museum dedicated to J. M. W. Turner in the house he designed. It offers an intimate view of the artist’s life and work.
Large historic green framed by Georgian and Victorian buildings. It is ideal for a relaxed stroll and sits close to shops, theatres and riverside paths.
Vast parkland of deer, woods and open grassland with excellent walking and cycling. It is one of Richmond’s classic outdoor attractions.
Famous terrace and viewpoint above the Thames with broad river views, gardens and woodland walks. A classic place for scenery and photographs.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding from the county, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Sunday lunches across Richmondshire.
Wensleydale cheese, made in nearby Wensleydale, is a crumbly cow’s milk cheese long associated with the Yorkshire Dales and often eaten with fruit cake.
Yorkshire curd tart is a traditional regional sweet tart made with curd cheese, eggs, butter and dried fruit, linked to old farmhouse baking.
Smart hotel restaurant in a Georgian country house, serving refined British dishes with local ingredients in elegant surroundings.
Well-known café and bakery by the market, good for Yorkshire cakes, pastries, light lunches and tea in a casual local atmosphere.
Popular riverside inn with modern British cooking, local produce and a relaxed dining room overlooking the River Swale.
Richmond is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel and dining costs due to its London location, though public transport and casual eating remain manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leicester to Richmond buses use the Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Richmond bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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