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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 54 m
Buses on 18 Sept
16
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 buses from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI), including 15 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
NX2301:352h05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station3:40Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£281One-way0 changes- NX23022:352h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
- NX23021:002h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station23:00Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
- NX230 · NX44022:352h30Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1:05Leicester, Braunstone£281One-way1 change
- NX2309:302h05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station11:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£331One-way0 changes
- NX4402:551h35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station4:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£351One-way0 changes
- NX24017:501h55Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station19:45Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£331One-way0 changes
- NX2308:302h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station10:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£331One-way0 changes
- NX23018:552h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station20:55Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£351One-way0 changes
- NX23022:352h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station0:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 98 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI):
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Leicester station (LEI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 2m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.35. The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX230 | 8:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 9:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 10:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 12:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 11:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 13:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h15 | 15:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 14:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h15 | 17:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 16:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 18:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 17:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h55 | 19:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 20:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 22:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 21:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 23:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 22:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 0:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 23:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 1:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| NX230 | 1:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 3:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX440 | 2:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1h35 | 4:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
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Buses from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 19:05. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 19:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)You can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) 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 station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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