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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Rugby
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 7 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Rugby will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Fast coaches
To travel from Leicester to Rugby you need to make at least one change.
4:451h56Leicester6:41Rugby£61One-way1 change- 12:302h28Leicester14:58Rugby£61One-way1 change
- 20:451h57Leicester22:42Rugby£61One-way1 change
- 4:451h56Leicester6:41Rugby£61One-way1 change
- 20:451h57Leicester22:42Rugby£61One-way1 change
- 12:302h28Leicester14:58Rugby£61One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 31 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Rugby is a coach with an average price of £22.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Rugby:
A coach is £0.06 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Rugby costing on average £22.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Rugby is by coach with an average journey time of 30m.
Other travel options to Rugby take longer:
Train takes on average 44m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Rugby including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (30m by bus vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Live departures
Leicester to Rugby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Rugby coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 Leicester | 1h56 | 6:41 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 12:30 Leicester | 2h28 | 14:58 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 20:45 Leicester | 1h57 | 22:42 Rugby | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Leicester to Rugby coaches with Omio?
Megabus as well as Arriva UK offer coaches services from Leicester to Rugby.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leicester to Rugby.
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Rugby.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Rugby.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Leicester to Rugby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 22:56. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 1h 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £21
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 5:10 |
Last bus 22:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 £21
Bus providers: Megabus, Arriva UK from Leicester to RugbyYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Rugby with Megabus, Arriva UK for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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 Megabus Duration
30m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£10
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.
Entertaiment on board
What's included in each class
Compare Megabus classes and the amenities included in each one.
Front seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Leg
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Reservable
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard +
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Table seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Top of stairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Arriva UK
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Arriva UK Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Arriva UK Price
£6
Arriva UK frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Rugby
Things to do in Rugby
Discover the best of Rugby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rugby trip today.
- Must visit
Rugby Football Museum
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
- Recommended
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
Local history museum with Roman finds, social history displays, and changing exhibitions that introduce Rugby and the wider borough.
- Recommended
Rugby Art Gallery
Art gallery programme within Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, showing contemporary exhibitions alongside community-focused visual arts events.
- Recommended
Caldecott Park
Large urban park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities, and broad lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
- Recommended
Newbold on Avon Canal Walk
Scenic canal-side walking area by Newbold, popular for waterside strolls, narrowboats, and easy access to the Oxford Canal route.
- Recommended
Swift Valley Nature Reserve
Pleasant riverside and meadow paths east of town, good for walking, wildlife spotting, and seeing a calmer side of Rugby.
Toad in the Hole
A Warwickshire and West Midlands speciality of pork sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter, often served with onion gravy.
Beef and Ale Stew
A traditional English stew of beef, root vegetables and ale or stock, common in pubs across Warwickshire in colder months.
Warwickshire Pie
A classic Midlands sweet-and-savoury pie with minced meat, apples and warming spices, linked to nearby Warwickshire traditions.
Efes
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and generous sharing plates in a lively space.
On The Rocks
Smart Indian restaurant known locally for refined curries, tandoori dishes and attentive table service.
The Dun Cow
Popular Rugby pub and restaurant serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares can be relatively high and local bus costs are manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 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 taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as leaving small change.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Rugby, Clifton Road (Stand A) -> Rugby Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Buy a day ticket if you will make more than one or two bus journeys; Warwickshire says most fares are set by the operator.
- On buses, ask the driver for a single or day ticket when boarding. If you are unsure of your stop, ask the driver to let you know.
FAQs: Leicester to Rugby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Rugby 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 Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Rugby can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Rugby is £22; 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 Rugby is 1h 55m to travel the 31 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 Rugby leaves at 5:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Rugby leaves at 22:56.
There are 5 coaches a day from Leicester to Rugby which require at least one change with Megabus, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Rugby, you can count on Megabus, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Rugby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Rugby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Rugby from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Rugby is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Rugby including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Rugby:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Rugby for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester to Rugby depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Rugby.
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 Rugby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Rugby:
- Megabus
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Rugby:
- Megabus
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Rugby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Rugby with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Rugby with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Rugby with the following coach company: Megabus.
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