The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Leicester
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
40
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Leicester will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Liverpool to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX550 · NX180
NX550 · NX777
NX423 · NX777
NX421 · NX777
NX550 · NX151Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 150 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Leicester coaches for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · NX240 | Delayed 10:58 02:45Liverpool, University | 7h50 | 10:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX150 | Delayed 10:58 05:15Liverpool, University | 7h40 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX150 | Delayed 10:58 05:15Liverpool, University | 7h40 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX121 · NX151 | Delayed 10:58 07:58Liverpool, University | 8h27 | 16:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 9h25 | 18:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 9h50 | 18:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX151 | 10:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h15 | 16:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 9h05 | 19:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 8h50 | 19:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 9h40 | 20:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 10h05 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX150 | 12:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h15 | 19:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX121 · NX150 | 12:13 Liverpool, University | 7h12 | 19:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX171 · NX121 · NX150 | 12:17 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h08 | 19:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX183 | On time 13:43 Liverpool, University | 6h27 | 20:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX183 | 13:47 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 6h23 | 20:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:25 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 8h55 | 00:20 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX180 | On time 16:15 Liverpool, University | 7h35 | 23:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX180 | 16:20 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h30 | 23:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX550 · NX180 | 19:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h35 | 23:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX777 | On time 19:23 Liverpool, University | 7h07 | 02:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX777 | 19:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h03 | 02:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX171 · NX424 · NX777 | 21:23 Liverpool, University | 7h42 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX171 · NX422 · NX777 | 21:23 Liverpool, University | 7h42 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX171 · NX422 · NX777 | 21:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h38 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX171 · NX424 · NX777 | 21:27 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h38 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX423 · NX777 | 23:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h25 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 10h10 | 09:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 9h45 | 09:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 21 January | |||||
NX421 · NX777 | 01:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h35 | 07:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX240 | 02:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h55 | 10:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX240 | 02:45 Liverpool, University | 7h50 | 10:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX240 | 02:48 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h47 | 10:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX150 | 05:15 Liverpool, University | 7h40 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX150 | 05:15 Liverpool, University | 7h40 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX150 | 05:18 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h37 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX120 · NX150 | 05:18 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h37 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:40 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 8h55 | 14:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:40 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 8h30 | 14:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX777 | 06:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h10 | 11:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX551 · NX150 | 06:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h20 | 12:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX170 · NX121 · NX151 | 07:58 Liverpool, University | 8h27 | 16:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX170 · NX121 · NX151 | 08:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 8h23 | 16:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX423 · NX777 | On time 23:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h25 | 05:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Leicester
Buses from Liverpool to Leicester run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 150 km |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 4h 18m |
First bus 00:41 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Liverpool to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Leicester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Leicester
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
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