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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
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.
NX23014:402h10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station16:50Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes- NX2308:152h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station10:15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX23011:452h10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station13:55Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX23019:302h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station21:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX2301:352h05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station3:40Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX4402:551h35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station4:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
- NX2308:152h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station10:15Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX23019:302h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station21:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX23021:002h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station23:00Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
- NX23023:552h00Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station1:55Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station£211One-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 prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 98 km
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Friday 1 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX230 | Delayed 7:30 1:35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 9:30 9:30Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 8:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 9:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 10:30 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 12:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 11:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 13:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h15 | 15:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 14:50 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h15 | 17:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 16:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h10 | 18:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 17:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h05 | 19:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 18:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 19:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 21:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 21:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 23:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 22:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 0:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 · NX440 | On time 22:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h20 | 0:55 Leicester, Braunstone | 1 change | |
| NX230 | On time 23:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h00 | 1:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 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 4m. 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 01:35, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 1:35 |
Last bus 22:35 |
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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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