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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salford to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Sept
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
4 h 6 m
Buses on 30 Sept
1
Distance
122 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salford to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Salford to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
9:594h06Salford14:05LeicesterFind prices1 change
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Live departures
Salford to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salford to Leicester coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:59 Salford | 4h06 | 14:05 Leicester | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salford to Leicester
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Take a bus from Salford to Leicester and enjoy the approximately 122 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 18:30.
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 122 km |
First bus 6:05 |
Last bus 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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: Bee Network from Salford to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Salford to Leicester with Bee Network. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bee Network
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bee Network Duration
4h 2m
Bee Network frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Leicester
Things to do in Leicester
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
- Recommended
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
- Recommended
Jewry Wall Museum
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
- Recommended
St Martin's Square
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
- Recommended
Victoria Park
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
- Recommended
Abbey Park
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Laguna
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Knight & Garter
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Shivalli
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
FAQs: Salford to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford 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.
The earliest coach from Salford to Leicester leaves at 6:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Salford to Leicester leaves at 18:30.
When taking a coach from Salford to Leicester, you can count on Bee Network for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Salford and Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Salford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport . When arriving in Leicester , you can end your route in coach stations like Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salford and Leicester including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Salford to Leicester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Salford to Leicester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Salford to Leicester.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Salford to Leicester.
No, luggage for the coach from Salford to Leicester needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Salford to Leicester.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Salford to Leicester.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Salford to Leicester.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Salford to Leicester.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salford and Leicester
Most Salford to Leicester buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Salford and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Salford
Arrival bus stations in Leicester
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
BusX6 · 21m · £2 · every ~4 min
50 · 23m · £2 · every ~10 min
104 · 32m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
18 · 44m · every ~8 min
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
BusHop · 0m · £2 · every ~14 min
26 · 1m · every ~10 min
21 · 4m
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