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Harborough Museum
Local museum covering the town and district, with displays on social history, local industries and the famous Old Grammar School building below.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
94
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Market Harborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Market Harborough will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 94 buses that leave London for Market Harborough every day 93 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Market Harborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 121 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Market Harborough coaches for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 2h20 | 18:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 18:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h50 | 19:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h40 | 18:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 19:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 19:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 20:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h15 | 19:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 19:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h45 | 20:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 20:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 21:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 21:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 21:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 21:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 21:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 21:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 22:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 22:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 1h50 | 22:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 22:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 22:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h20 | 22:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 0:20 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 0:20 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 0:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 1:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 0:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h15 | 1:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 0:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h20 | 0:20 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 2:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 1:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 2:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h16 | 2:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h36 | 2:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 0:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h25 | 1:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h10 | 3:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 0:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 2:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 8:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 2h05 | 8:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 8:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 9:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 8:35 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 10:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h15 | 9:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h50 | 9:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 10:00 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 9:55 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h15 | 9:55 Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 2h10 | 10:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 10:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 11:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 11:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 10:55 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 11:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 12:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 11:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 12:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h20 | 11:30 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 12:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 13:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 13:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 12:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 13:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 13:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 13:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 14:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 14:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 13:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 2h10 | 14:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 14:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 14:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 14:05 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 14:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h30 | 14:10 Northampton, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 15:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 17:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 16:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 15:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 16:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 16:30 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h50 | 17:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 17:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 17:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1h55 | 16:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 17:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h00 | 17:10 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 18:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 19:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London to Market Harborough run on average 67 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 66 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 67 |
Direct buses 66 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Market Harborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Market Harborough trip today.
Local museum covering the town and district, with displays on social history, local industries and the famous Old Grammar School building below.
An independent museum on the canal basin telling the story of the local canal network, boats and engineering. A rewarding stop for transport history.
Museum at the lift site explaining the operation and history of the inclined plane and locks. Ideal before exploring the famous waterways outside.
A waterside area with locks, boating activity, walks and wildlife. Popular for relaxed visits and one of the district’s most distinctive landscapes.
The historic shopping spine of the town, lined with independent shops and period buildings. Good for strolling and taking in Market Harborough’s character.
Pleasant town-centre green space with formal planting, seating and space to pause. It is a useful break from shopping streets and nearby traffic.
Leicestershire pork pie is a hand-raised pastry pie with seasoned pork and jelly, long associated with nearby Melton Mowbray and widely eaten across the county.
Red Leicester is a traditional county cheese with a firm texture and nutty, mellow flavour. It is a classic local table cheese in Leicestershire.
Stilton is a rich blue cheese long linked with Leicestershire inns and markets. It is prized for its creamy texture and distinctive savoury depth.
Smart modern British restaurant in The Square, known for refined seasonal cooking and a relaxed but polished town-centre setting.
Popular independent restaurant serving British and European dishes with steaks, seafood and a lively, contemporary feel.
Casual café and restaurant with a loyal local following for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches in a friendly setting.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Local buses are manageable, and rail trips can add to visitor costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Market Harborough buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Market Harborough bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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