London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)

Showing times and prices for 14 Dec

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Buses per day

16

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 16 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Leicester station (LEI) every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 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.

National ExpressNX230
14:402h10
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
16:50Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
08:152h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
10:15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
18:302h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
20:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
22:352h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
00:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX230
19:302h00
Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
21:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
£231One-way
0 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 prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 98 km

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Train

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£44

Average Price

2h 36m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

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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, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 00:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX230
Delayed
02:05 01:35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
04:05 04:05Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX440
Delayed
02:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
1h35
12:20 12:20Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
08:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
10:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
09:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h05
11:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX240
Delayed
12:45 10:25Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
12:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
11:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h10
13:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
13:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h15
15:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
14:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h10
16:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
16:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h10
18:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX240
On time
17:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
19:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
18:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
20:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
19:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
21:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
21:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
23:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230
On time
22:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
00:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX230 · NX440
On time
22:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h20
00:55 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNX230
On time
23:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
2h00
01:55 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 16 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 2h 0m.

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
Distance
98 km
Average bus duration
2h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
2h 0m
First bus
00:35
Last bus
22:55
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

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 £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) coach travel time is 2 h   for the 60 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) leaves at 01: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) leaves at 22: 35.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Leicester station (LEI). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Leicester station (LEI) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel to Leicester station (LEI) from London Luton Airport (LTN) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI), follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).
    No, luggage for the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Leicester station (LEI).

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